Freaky Folklore

Host Carman Carrion explores myriad myths both modern and ancient to discover what mankind fears - and why we fear it. From monsters old and new as well as unexplained and unsolved cases, this podcast is sure to terrify. Where does our folklore come from, and why is it so freaky?

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KRAMPUS - The Disturbing Version of Santa Claus
I hope you've been good this year, or else KRAMPUS might be coming to take you away! Krampus is basically evil Santa and he loves to torment children. This year's Freaky Folklore Christmas Special explores the terrifying legend of Krampus.
32 min
227
Something is KILLING People in Portlock, Alaska...
When something inhuman allegedly began attacking people in a small canning town called Portlock, Alaska, the terror began to force people away. Now, Portlock sits as a ghost town and a memory of something that could not be explained.
30 min
228
Yeti - The Abominable Snowman of the Himalayas
In the freezing cold of the Himalayas, a fur-covered humanoid stalks the snowy wastes. Beware the YETI!
33 min
229
BEWARE the Redwood Bureau
Redwood Bureau is a new TERRIFYING podcast featuring an agent on the run, an evil organization, and disturbing supernatural monsters and entities! Follow the show today on Spotify and Apple Podcasts!
33 min
230
The DISTURBING Deaths of Dyatlov Pass (Unsolved...
In the cold, dark Ural Mountains of Russia, nine hikers suffered terrible and yet unsolved fates. From a folklore perspective, Carman Carrion explores what horrible things might have happened to them.
32 min
231
Goatman - The Psychotic Abomination
He stalks the woods looking for unsuspecting people to torment! He is the Goatman.
33 min
232
The Smiling Man - A Modern Monster who is NIGHT...
Beware his smile! The Smiling Man isn't happy to see you so much as he is happy to HORRIFY you!
35 min
233
Werewolf - The Legendary Beast Cursed by the Mo...
This double length episode on the legendary Werewolf is our Halloween Special! Beware the moon when you go out to Trick or Treat...
71 min
234
Banshee - The Heraldess of DEATH
The Banshee is a haunting spirit from Irish Folklore that is said to be an omen of death, but could she be something far more terrifying?
35 min
235
Wendigo - Its Hunger is Eternal
The legendary Wendigo craves human flesh, so watch your back the next time you find yourself in the deep, dark woods!
37 min
236
SEASON 1 | 10 DISTURBING Folklore Monsters Expl...
Thank you all so much for becoming part of the Freaky Folklore Family. To celebrate (and in anticipation of our next episode), here's all of season one in an easy-to-enjoy experience.
347 min
237
Aswang - The Boogeyman of the Philippines
The terrifying Aswang is a mythical Filipino creature with a tongue as long as it is terrifying! Beware this monster, or it could be feasting on you next...
39 min
238
The Disturbing Disappearance of Stacy Ann Arras...
Stacy Ann Arras went missing in Yosemite National Park in 1981, and to this day her missing person case remains unsolved. Bizarre circumstances surround the case, so let's dive into this unsettling event.
36 min
239
Jiangshi - The Chinese Vampire that will Leap O...
The Jiangshi is the Chinese Vampire that is hopping to suck out your life force! Beware this disturbing chinese mythological creature.
37 min
240
Vodyanoy - Tyrant Monster of the Water
Vodyanoy is an angry water spirit from Slavic folklore that might drag you under into a watery underworld.
33 min
241
Bunyip - The Australian Aboriginal Boogeyman
It waits in the water, and when it sees its chosen prey, it will drag you into the water to feast. Beware the rivers, swamps and lakes - Something within might be watching.
34 min
242
The Rake - The Monster of Your Worst Nightmares...
If it comes to you in the night, it will never leave you alone. Your sanity and your restful sleep shall never return. This creature is known as The Rake, a famous creepypasta monster, that is sure to bring you endless nightmares.
34 min
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La Llorona - Go to Sleep, or She WILL Find You
If you hear her cry, do not approach the sound! It is La Llorona looking for her children, and if you are not careful she will take yours as her own and drown them in the river.
35 min
244
Skinwalker - NEVER Speak Its Name
If you speak it, it will come. And when it finds you, your minutes will be numbered.
35 min
245
Black Eyed Children - DON'T LET THEM IN
The Black Eyed Children have been encountered throughout the world bringing with them an unexplainable aura of dread and primal fear. What do they want? What are they?
35 min
246
Siren Head - A Modern Monster Who Lives to Kill
The sounds of the familiar can become the noise of horror and terror when weilded by something sinister. In today's episode, we discuss the viral modern monster known as Sirenhead (or Siren Head), created by Trevor Henderson.
34 min
247
Teke Teke - The Demon That Will Cut You in Half
Beware the sickening crawling sound when you walk home alone at night. If you hear it, IT'S OVER. Teke Teke is there to tear you apart! Enjoy this episode of Freaky Folklore featuring this horrifying and popular Japanese Urban Legend.
34 min
248
Myling - The Monster Born of Discarded Children
Welcome to the pilot episode of the Freaky Folklore Podcast - A show dedicated to mankind's monsters and mysteries. Today, we discuss the creature known as the Myling. From baby to ghoulish entity, discover the folklore that made this legend terrifying.
31 min