The Origin Myths of the Zodiac's Fire Signs
The signs of the Zodiac each have their own origin myths. In this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore, let's look at the legends behind the fire signs: Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius! Find the image on the blog posts: https://www.icysedgwick.com/zodiac-fire-signs/ Book a natal chart reading with Amaya Rourke: http://heartwarriorpath.com/holiday-special Learn about why signs and constellations aren't the same thing: http://astrologyclub.org/ophiuchus-13th-zodiac-sign-no/ Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a Patron for bonus exclusive episodes at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Enjoyed this episode? Buy Icy a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Tweet Icy at https://twitter.com/IcySedgwick Follow Icy on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick
2 Tammi 202119min
Why do we tell ghost stories at Christmas?
Perhaps more than Halloween, Midwinter is often a time traditionally associated with ghost stories. But why do we tell ghost stories at this time of year? Why do ghosts continue to preoccupy us? And are there ways to keep troublesome ghosts at bay at Midwinter? This talk in conjunction with the Creswell Crags Folklore Festival will explore these ideas as we seek to get closer to the spirits... Find out more about Creswell Crags: https://www.creswell-crags.org.uk/ If you enjoyed the talk, donate to the Creswell Crags Folklore Festival fund: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/CreswellCragsFolkloreFestival2020 Buy Stations Of The Sun: A History of the Ritual Year in Britain by Ronald Hutton: https://amzn.to/3mESmJI Buy Spellbound: Magic, Ritual and Witchcraft by Sophie Page and Marina Wallace: https://amzn.to/3ateLY8 Buy Magical House Protection: The Archaeology of Counter-Witchcraft by Brian Hoggard: https://amzn.to/3paoVkp Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a Patron for bonus exclusive episodes at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Enjoyed this episode? Buy Icy a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Tweet Icy at https://twitter.com/IcySedgwick Follow Icy on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick
21 Joulu 202041min
Why do people still see ghostly monks in the UK?
Among the nations of the UK, sightings of ghostly monks still appear from time to time. But why are they such common figures to manifest? Let's find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the image on the blog posts: https://www.icysedgwick.com/ghostly-monks/ Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a Patron for bonus exclusive episodes at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Enjoyed this episode? Buy Icy a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Tweet Icy at https://twitter.com/IcySedgwick Follow Icy on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick
19 Joulu 202017min
Exploring Strange Tales Of Civil War Ghosts In England
Tales of Civil War ghosts are common in England, whose Civil War marked a bloody 9 year period. Let's explore haunted battlefields and pubs in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the image on the blog posts: https://www.icysedgwick.com/civil-war-ghosts/ Grab your copy of The Stolen Ghosts: https://www.icysedgwick.com/book/the-stolen-ghosts/ Pick up The English Civil War: A People's History by Diane Purkiss: https://amzn.to/39OhyuB (affiliate link) Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a Patron for bonus exclusive episodes at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Enjoyed this episode? Buy Icy a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Tweet Icy at https://twitter.com/IcySedgwick Follow Icy on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick
12 Joulu 202017min
These 5 UK Castles Feature A Green Lady Ghost
Grey or white ladies are famous in British ghost stories. But what about the Green Lady? Some think she's a nature elemental, others a fairy woman. Or is she a sad spirit of a lonely woman? Find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the image on the blog posts: https://www.icysedgwick.com/green-lady/ Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Watch the video about Crathes Castle: https://youtu.be/I5jvCZX20aw Become a Patron for bonus exclusive episodes at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Enjoyed this episode? Buy Icy a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Tweet Icy at https://twitter.com/IcySedgwick Follow Icy on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick
5 Joulu 202019min
Hawthorn Folklore: Fairies and the May Day tree
The hawthorn is believed to be the fairy tree and it's unlucky to bring indoors. What other folklore should you know about this magical tree? Find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the image on the blog posts: https://www.icysedgwick.com/hawthorn-folklore Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Try the guided meditation: https://youtu.be/3tv4WaM_KnQ Become a Patron for bonus exclusive episodes at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Enjoyed this episode? Buy Icy a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Tweet Icy at https://twitter.com/IcySedgwick Follow Icy on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick
28 Marras 202019min
Elder Trees: Medicine, Protection, and Witches
Elder trees are a common sight in the UK. They're also complex, between protection from and for witches. Which of these roles is true? Learn more of their folklore here. Find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the image on the blog posts: https://www.icysedgwick.com/elder-tree-folklore Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a Patron for bonus exclusive episodes at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Enjoyed this episode? Buy Icy a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Tweet Icy at https://twitter.com/IcySedgwick Follow Icy on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick
21 Marras 202016min
Churches, Death and Resurrection: The Yew in Folklore
Yew trees are often the oldest trees found in ancient churchyards. But what do they represent, and how do they appear in British folklore? And is there more to them than longbows? Find out in this week's episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the image on the blog posts: http://icysedgwick.com/yew Get your free guide to protecting your house with folklore here: https://www.icysedgwick.com/fab-folklore/ Become a Patron for bonus exclusive episodes at https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Enjoyed this episode? Buy Icy a coffee at: https://ko-fi.com/icysedgwick Tweet Icy at https://twitter.com/IcySedgwick Follow Icy on Instagram at https://instagram.com/icysedgwick
14 Marras 202016min
