Did you know the Mahabharata is the longest epic poem ever written? At 100,000 verses, it is about 10 times the length of Homer’s
Did you know that religious belief and experiences have a profound effect on our brains? In this unique episode we speak with neuroscientist Patrick
Did you know Lithuania was one of the last countries of the Baltic region to convert to Christianity from paganism. This makes its folk
Have you ever heard of folklore being used in therapy sessions? In episode 22, Ben Stimpson, a therapist, lecturer, student, and spiritual director uses
Do you believe in creatures that live at the edge of our reality? In this episode, we discuss fearsome critters both wonderful and terrifying.
Have you heard of climate migration? Whether or not you have, it is having a major impact on traditional cultures. Maida Owens, a cultural
All About Death midwifery, and Ghanian folklore You have probably heard of the Anansi folktales from Ghana, but have you heard the term death
Aesop’s Fables are primarily read to children in today’s world. Did you know that these famous stories, which have stood the test of time,
Did you know Juneteenth is the first federal holiday created in nearly 40 years? The last being the creation of Martin Luther King Jr.
Have you heard of Slender Man or the kiss of death legend? In episode #16, Dr. Andrea Kitta, professor and folklorist at East Carolina
There are very few sacred dances shared by both Hispanics and Native Americans, but Los Matachines is one of them. This dance-drama is performed
Did you know that the Nordic Runes are still in use by people today? The writing system used in the Dark Ages is being
Have you heard of the elf seers in Iceland? Instead of being sidelined, and laughed at, Icelanders relate to nature, elves included, in ways
Where did the color indigo come from? According to folklore, a mother of course, an African mother! This Mother’s Day week, we’re exploring mythology
Have you heard Sicilian folk music? If not, you should. Our guest today, Michela Musolino is an all around talented musician. Her passionate music
