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What Is The King In The Mountain Folklore Trope?
The King in the Mountain trope appears in both folklore and popular culture. But what is it and why does it crop up in so many legends? Find out in t…
7 years, 1 month ago
Why are these 3 plants essential in a witch's toolkit?
Toxic plants have interesting folklore, but find out why henbane, wolfsbane and mandrake are an essential part of any witch's toolkit!
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7 years, 2 months ago
Candles and Folklore: Finding Spirits, Bringing Luck and Casting Spells
Candles might be used for everything from home decor to aromatherapy, but how can you use them to get wishes and protect your home?
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7 years, 2 months ago
What are witch bottles and how do you make one?
Witch bottles have been used since the 1600s to protect homes and individuals from evil spells. Are they relevant in 2019, or are they just a folk ta…
7 years, 2 months ago
What Is The Witching Hour And Does It Exist?
Popular culture puts the witching hour in the dead of night - and it's a time for all sorts of shenanigans. But what is it - and does it really exist…
7 years, 2 months ago
Spring Has Sprung: Origin Myths And Crocus Folklore
The humble crocus pops up every spring. But where does mythology say it came from? Find out more about its origins and folklore in this week's episod…
7 years, 2 months ago
Violets Are Blue: The Folklore Of February’s Birth Flower
Violets are February's birth flower. But what other folklore and legends surround this shy little flower? Find out in this week's episode.
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7 years, 3 months ago
Say It With Roses: Folklore Of The Queen Of All Flowers
Roses are popular symbols of love and romance. But did you know they were once unpopular with the Church? Learn more about roses folklore in this epi…
7 years, 3 months ago
February favourites: Do snowdrops appear in folklore?
Snowdrops are the first flowers to bloom in spring. In this episode, we'll learn more about the folklore and legends around these beautiful alpine bl…
7 years, 3 months ago
Take a walk along the old Corpse Roads
Corpse roads meander through the British countryside, a forgotten relic of the rural communities we once had. But what folklore has grown up around t…
7 years, 3 months ago