Bridget Cleary: A wife, a seamstress, an egg-seller, and possible fairy? In this episode of Thick & Thin, we lean a bit on the darker side to discuss Ireland's deeply-rooted fear of the two-winged mythological creature—the fairy.
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Sources:
Bourke, Angela. The Burning of Bridget Cleary. New York: Penguin, 2001 ... Show More
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The dangers of future-tripping (Encore episode)
Cheers to the present! We will never be able to tell the future, so why spend the energy worrying about it? In this episode of Thick & Thin, my goal is to stop wasting my time trying to control the narrative, but sometimes the anticipatory anxiety and endless what-ifs, win. Thank ... Show More
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The Enchanting History of Fairies and Pixies
Step into a world of magic and mystery with "The Enchanting History of Fairies and Pixies." In this captivating podcast, we journey through the ages to explore the folklore, myths, and legends surrounding these elusive and enchanting creatures. From ancient Celtic traditions to m ... Show More
2m 39s
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304-Celtic Folklore: Among Us
<div>Two stories from Celtic folklore of the things that lurk among us: witches that live in our home town, trolls that hold dance parties on the frozen wastes, and tiny, 1000-year-old fairy creatures who are buying drinks after work.<br>
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The creature this week is the Giant ... Show More
37m 42s