logo
episode-header-image
Mar 2013
42m 30s

Leprechaun Hallucinations

iHeartPodcasts
About this episode
Leprechaun Hallucinations: As Saint Patrick's Day nears, our minds inevitably turn to the little people of Irish folklore. But diminutive fairy folk pop up in folk traditions around the world. Listen in for a celebration of the myth and science behind tho 
Up next
Today
Weirdhouse Cinema: Paganini Horror
In this episode of Weirdhouse Cinema, Rob and Joe talk about the 1989 Italian rock-and-roll creepshow "Paganini Horror," directed by Luigi Cozzi and co-written by Daria Nicolodi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 
1h 47m
Yesterday
Diatoms and Diatomaceous Earth, Part 1
In this episode of Stuff to Blow Your Mind, Robert and Joe discuss the strange, fossilized microscopic algae we know as diatomaceous earth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 
52m 26s
Jun 10
The Monstrefact: The Purple People Eater
In this episode of STBYM’s The Monstrefact, Robert discusses the one-eyed, one-horned, flying people eater from the 1958 novelty song by Sheb Wooley...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 
5m 43s
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2023
Samhain, witches, vampires with claws and the Loch Ness monster's evil twin.
<p>Having moved to Scotland very recently, I’ve been really keen to get started on telling some stories from this amazing country. As some of you who are keen listeners to the podcast will already know, I love a good bit of folklore, especially when it relates to landscapes and r ... Show More
1h 4m
Dec 2023
Encore: Holiday Special - The Leprechaun's Christmas Gold and A Family Circus Christmas
This holiday season, gather round the ol' fireplace, roast some chestnuts, sip some hot chocolate and join us we go all the way back to our first ever holiday special, and nothing says the holidays like dopey kids, ghosts, leprechauns, and hags! Rankin and Bass weave one of their ... Show More
1h 52m
Jul 2025
Irish Mythology
Epic heroes, sacred rivers & ancient gods – this is Irish mythology as you’ve never heard it. From Newgrange to the Hill of Tara, Ireland’s myths are rooted firmly in its prehistoric past.In today's episode of The Ancients, Tristan Hughes is joined by Anthony Murphy to explore th ... Show More
1h 6m
Sep 2024
Fair Folk, Mysterious Entities & The Otherworld | 395
<b>Sep. 18, 2024<br />Paranormal Mysteries Podcast<br />The Fair Folk, Mysterious Entities &amp; The Otherworld | Episode 395<br /><br /></b>It’s no secret that stories of people encountering Faeries and Fae Folk are some of my favorites, and I’ve covered this topic in a handful ... Show More
34m 16s
Sep 2024
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
Jun 2025
The Irish Wake: A History
The Irish funeral wake is a unique tradition where family and friends gather around the body of the deceased to share stories, remember their life, and celebrate their legacy. Often resembling a lively party with plenty of drink, this ritual is both a farewell and a celebration.P ... Show More
50m 11s
Oct 2024
Do NOT listen to “Earth Investigators”
Oh no! Ryan’s back…Earth Ranger Emma’s misguided rival is trying to make his own name in the podcasting world by covering legendary mysteries like the Loch Ness Monster and the Mothman. Ryan's on a mission to prove these creatures are real, while Emma is determined to debunk the ... Show More
2m 27s
Mar 2025
The Sleepy Leprechaun 🍀🌈 Rewind | Kids Bedtime Stories
Tonight we have one of our favourite kids bedtime stories! We're celebrating St Patricks Day, by spending a day with a sleepy leprechaun named Shamrock, as he walks through the forest and helps seven friendly fairies on the way. The fairies grant him wishes in return, and he u ... Show More
42m 6s