Why Is The Fetch Seen As A Death Omen in Irish Folklore?
The fetch appears in folklore as an apparition seen when another is apparently dead or dying. But what is it? Is it always a death omen? And why do people keep seeing them even now? Find out in th...
17 Okt 202017min
Why is the Bean Nighe seen as an omen of death in folklore?
You've probably heard about the banshee, announcing deaths with her keening cry. But what of the 'washerwoman of the ford', the Bean Nighe? She haunts rivers and pools in Scotland and Ireland. But wh...
10 Okt 202016min
Autumn Superstitions: Conkers, Roses, and Falling Leaves
The 'season of mists and mellow fruitfulness' is upon us again! It's a time of harvest, and watching the natural world prepare for sleep. In days gone by, autumn was also a time to prepare for the h...
3 Okt 202017min
Why did these 3 hybrid mythical beasts fall out of fashion?
Not all mythological creatures are as popular as the unicorn or dragon. Some of the more strange hybrid mythical beasts, like the manticore, Chimera, and cockatrice, have faded from art and literatu...
26 Sep 202020min
Unicorns: The Myths & Legends Behind the Glitter & Rainbows
Unicorns might be more popular as children's decorations, or even as 'themes' in makeup collections for adults. But how do these gentle creatures appear in legend? Where did they come from and what d...
19 Sep 202018min
Dragons in Folklore: The Lambton Worm and the Laidly Worm
There are tales of dragons in folklore all over the world. But how do the worm tales of northern England differ from traditional dragon legends? Let's learn more about the Lambton Worm of County Durh...
12 Sep 202021min
Folk-a-pa-lore-za Part 2 of 2!
Welcome to Part 2 of this special edition of Fabulous Folklore - the 2020 Folk-a-pa-lore-za! In August, 12 folklore podcasts from the UK, US, and Australia (including Fabulous Folklore) met up on Zoo...
7 Sep 202032min
Griffins of Legend: A Tale of Fossils, Guardians, and Heraldry
Griffins are popular symbols in art and heraldry. They're also common statues outside banks and stately homes. But what legends are associated with these mythical beasts? Let's find out in this epi...
5 Sep 202018min
