Interview with Alessandra Pino, co-author of A Gothic Cookbook

Mars is the Roman god of war. But it turns out there's more to him than swinging a sword around! Learn about this versatile god in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the images, videos a...

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The Temple of Mithras lies under a London office block. But who discovered it and what was it for?  Learn about this mysterious god—and this fascinating archaeological find—in this week's episode of ...

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The Great North Museum is stuffed with altars dedicated to Roman gods - but what was the fascination with Neptune and Oceanus? Learn about these two Roman gods—and their connection to Newcastle upon ...

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Many blogs and books focus on poisonous plant folklore but they don't place as much emphasis on toxic trees. Learn some of the folklore of juniper, laburnum, and oleander in this week's episode of Fab...

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Toxic plants often still possess magical properties, although extreme caution is required.  Learn some of the folklore of larkspur, periwinkle and wormwood in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore...

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Common garden flowers can be just as exciting as their showy toxic counterparts.  Learn some of the folklore of bluebells, daffodils and hydrangeas in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! 2:23 ...

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The folklore of flowers is a huge topic, but it's often among the poisonous plants that we find the most interesting stories. This episode focuses on the folklore and magical properties of Deadly Nigh...

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Waterfalls attract tourists and photographers alike. What tales lurk beneath their waters?  Learn some of their origin tales and associated legends in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find ...

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