On the Day of the Dead, a shrouded monster stalks Mexico City — hiding in plain sight, watching for disobedient children. And in the stillness of the night, as the darkness becomes boundless, El Coco appears to snatch its victims away.
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Oct 2024
The Haitian Zombie Potion
Long before they graced our screens as mindless, brain-eating monsters, zombies were rooted in Haitian folklore. Rumors of a zombie potion made their way to 1980s Boston, where an ethnobotanist hoping to uncover the concoction found himself enmeshed in a secret society and face-t ... Show More
52m 37s
Oct 2024
The Little People That Come Out at Night
Explore the chilling world of Duendes, mysterious beings whose legends echo across cultures. Known by many names—gnomes, elves, little people, and more. These creatures are feared and revered from North and Central America to South America. We'll hear stories from eerie footprint ... Show More
22m 58s
Nov 2024
La Flor de Cempasúchil - Historia, Cultura y Leyendas - The Cempasúchil Flower - History, Culture and Legends
In this lively discussion, we share our experience celebrating Día de Muertos in Cholula, Puebla, surrounded by the beautiful cempasúchil fields and festive atmosphere. We dive into the origins and uses of the marigold in Mexico, from its practical applications in gardening and h ... Show More
24m 58s
Apr 10
The Village That Disappeared Overnight
In the heart of India’s Thar Desert lies Kuldhara, an abandoned village shrouded in mystery. Once a thriving community, it now stands as a haunting relic of the past, with stories of strange whispers, eerie footsteps, and a chilling presence that lingers in the ruins. In this epi ... Show More
26m 19s
Jun 1
Le Coin Du Crime - Les fantômes de la plantation Myrtles
Au début du XIXe siècle, au cœur de la Louisiane, la plantation des Myrtles brille par sa richesse et son opulence..Mais derrière cette façade idyllique, quelque chose de plus sombre rôde.Au fil des décennies, les murs de ce domaine ont été témoins de tragédies sanglantes et de p ... Show More
29m 9s