Immortal Sunshine Podcast

In this episode we head straight into the heart of an urban legend that has crossed continents and haunted sleepovers for generations, unnerving even the bravest amongst us. You know her name, but whe...

13 Jan 202530min

Did you know Christmas was once banned?  The Puritans weren’t exactly fans of holiday cheer, and their crackdown on festivities was... intense. From outlawed feasts to fines for celebrating, it’s a wi...

2 Des 202431min

In 1735, deep within the shadowy New Jersey Pine Barrens, a mysterious birth took place. A haggard mother brought forth a creature with the head of a dragon—at least, that's how the legend goes. But i...

19 Nov 202434min

In this episode, we take a look at the origins of our modern Halloween celebration. At how ancient people, like the Celts, still influence our lives - whether we know we're honoring their traditions o...

22 Okt 202422min

What happens when people take fashion way too seriously? In today's episode, we discuss the hat riots in New York City during the 1920's. Resources: https://blog.batchgeo.com/1922-events/ https:/...

16 Okt 202425min

In this episode of Immortal Monsters, we dive into the origins and complex relationships of Loki, the infamous trickster giant with the heart of a god. His journey from an outsider to a central figure...

1 Sep 202427min

In another tale as old as time, the German Knecht Ruprecht is a Santa Claus precursor. One who has undergone transformation from a possibly-a-sprite god of the Black Forest to the sidekick of St. Nich...

19 Jul 202417min

How does one go from being a valued midwife to being burned at the stake for witchcraft? In this episode, we walk through the tragic story of Walpurga Hausmännin. Listen on Podcast players worldwide. ...

6 Jun 202422min