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What The Folklore?

What the Folklore
Folklore
The Fairies Of the Waterfall
Hallmark Movies
Plague
Gut Health
Thrift Store
Japanese Fairy Tales
Kitchen Storage
Fast Fashion
Dalnois Tales
Name Trends
Fairy Gifts
Greek Breakfast
International Men's Day
World Toilet Day
Bulgarian Folktale
Childhood
Norwegian Folktale
Tile Grouting
Cricket and Fray Bug

A comedy podcast that exposes the absurd side of folklore. Each week we read a story, fix plotholes and create new ones, and invent unintended connections between tales.

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It's back to business-as-usual this week on WTFolklore as we re-calibrate our fairy tale senses with some good ol' fashion eastern european fare, The Glass Mountain, which stars a guy dressed as Hugh Jackman, who is dressed as Jack Black, who is dres... more

DISCLAIMER: Gordie lost about half of his audio recording this week, so we had to improvise. See if you can guess the parts that got re-recorded!

Spooklore 2025 draws to a close this week, and we have another WTFolklore-exclusive, custom made Crypti... more

Spooklore 2025 continues this week, with a bit of a twist. Rather than continually avoiding every instance of a "This is a THING, and here are it's SCARY FEATURES" type stories, Carman has elected to assemble her own folktale about one such THING, Th... more

Spooklore begins in earnest this week, as we read what may well be the earliest-recorded Found Footage ghost story, The Haunting of Athenodorus, or as we elected to call it, "Ghost Hunters: Ancient Athens Edition". 

Suggested talking points: A Barbe... more

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Recent Guests

T. Kingfisher
Author and guest on the podcast
Episode: Episode 461: So Now You're a 12-Headed Dragon: A User's Guide (with T. Kingfisher)
Define Frog
Known Wukong appreciator
Episode: Episode 433: Ancient Chinese Among Us

Hosts

Carman
A storyteller who highlights the absurdities in folklore with a humorous touch.
Tyler
Known for his engaging commentary and comedic insights into the tales.
Gordy
Contributes humor and perspective with a focus on the whimsical sides of folklore narratives.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 403 ratings
  • Perfect For Any Mood

    Any time I need to get anything done, or just want to relax, this is the go-to podcast for me

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Levalvus
    United States7 months ago
  • Already love this podcast but would also absolutely listen to another show that is just Tyler talking about bad movies he's seen. 10/10

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Lokivangelist
    8 months ago
  • Makes me laugh

    Love hearing all the wacky folk tales, etc that they find that we don’t hear much in pop culture. Carman does a great job (and the fans are happy to help) in finding lesser known stories that are so weird but have so much to offer! I want to see every movie that they come up with based off these tales lol. The tangents are also great (I think about the death bus maybe too much). I like that whenever Carman has a lot on her plate, the others are willing to step up and take the lead - I was unsure... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lillianrose894
    United Statesa year ago
  • Folklore and make it fun

    Come for the stories, stay for the hilarious banter, I just love Carmen and the boys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    matrixmelmo
    United Statesa year ago
  • Episode 341

    Read the second Harriet Hampsterbone book. It is a better version of the story of the 12 dancing princessess. I’m not in double digits yet but I still love your podcast. You’re great but I think you grossly misjudge children.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Teniralc2
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners find the podcast to be a delightful blend of humor and storytelling, often praising the hosts' ability to bring absurd folklore tales to life in an entertaining manner.
The engaging dynamic among the hosts provides a sense of community and relatability, making the content feel like informative and funny chats with friends.
While the overall reception is overwhelmingly positive, some critiques mention sound mixing issues, highlighting a desire for a more consistent audio experience.

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Talking Points

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Episode 466: Thanks for the Sandwiches, My Whole Family Died
Q: How did the Jersey Devil come to be?
It was born out of frustration from Anne Archer after she wished for it while overwhelmed by her children.
Episode 466: Thanks for the Sandwiches, My Whole Family Died
Q: What do we know about the Jersey Devil?
It's a cryptid often portrayed as a mischievous creature with a rich history in New Jersey folklore.
Episode 461: So Now You're a 12-Headed Dragon: A User's Guide (with T. Kingfisher)
Q: How did you get interested in folklore?
T. Kingfisher describes her early exposure to fairy tales and her first job that led her to delve into folk tales online, sparking a fascination that she still holds today.
Episode 443: Breaking Punzel Protocol (The Princess Mayblossom, Part II)
Q: So does anyone remember what happened last week?
The exposition discusses a cursed princess, family dynamics, and the impacts of past decisions that led to her confinement.
Strangeknife Diaries
Q: What if a gun had boobs?
Another philosophical question raised in the narrative, combining humor with deeper inquiries.

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This series combines humor and storytelling to explore quirky and often absurd folklore tales from various cultures. The hosts read and provide comedic analysis of these narratives, often critiquing plot holes and offering whimsical reinterpretations. Each episode features a mix of lesser-known stories, lighthearted banter, and imaginative discussions that reveal unexpected connections between narratives. The engaging nature of the content allows the audience to appreciate the rich tapestry of folklore while enjoying a playful approach to its themes, making it a distinctive choice for listeners who love humor and storytelling alike.

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