Those little red-hatted fellas that hang out in your garden? There’s enough for a whole Spirits episode on that? The answer might surprise you as we dig into the mythological (and alchemical, shoutout Paracelsus!) origins of just where they came from, and why they’re hanging out with your hydrangeas!
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Nov 19
Irish Horror & Disability w/ Grace Daly
<p>Sometimes the most ‘mundane’ horror is the scariest, as we learn from author Grace Daly. She joins us to talk about the intersection of medical horror, comedy, and Irish folklore, as well as provides some great context for the Midwestern desire to be a part of Team Ignorant!&n ... Show More
47m 25s
Feb 2025
159: Sadism, Sex Potions, & Deer Musk?? History’s Most Disturbing Aphrodisiacs
<div>Hi friends, happy Wednesday!<br>
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Since ancient times, people have sought out aphrodisiacs—those mysterious foods, herbs, and even animal parts thought to ignite desire, spark passion, and awaken romance. <br>
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But do these so-called love enhancers really work? Are t ... Show More
45m 47s
Mar 2025
Episode 311 - Appalachia | Lore and Superstitions (Part 1)
If you see something, no you didn't. If you hear something, no you didn't. We are diving into one of the most haunted places in the world: the Appalachian Mountain Range. These ancient mountains contain secrets, curses, beats, and cannibals. It's a place where you must rely on al ... Show More
1h 16m