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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The Backrooms - A Disturbing Viral Phenomenon
In the Backrooms, you won't know how you got there and you may never find your way out, but even worse you may not be alone.
34 min
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The Legend of Boggy Creek - A Man Beast Living ...
The Legend of Boggy Creek - The Boggy Creek Monster is an elusive hairy creature that is said to dwell in the sparsely populated, forested hills of the Ozarks in Arkansas.
33 min
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Fringe Network: Alien State
Don't miss this thrilling podcast about UFOs and eye-witnesses!
9 min
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The Men in Black - Fake People or Dark Agents
The Real Men in Black, may not be defenders of the universe but keepers of secrets. Are they members of a top-secret government agency or are they the true aliens in disguise?
35 min
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The Slit-Mouthed Woman - A Creature With a Dead...
The Slit-Mouthed Woman also known as Kuchisake-onna is a deadly spirit from Japanese folklore who has a malevolent hunger for vengeance. .
32 min
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Rougarou - The Cajun Werewolf of Louisiana
The Rougarou is a monster from Cajun folklore. In the legend, this beast is often described as having the body of a man and the head of a wolf and may be found prowling the Louisiana swamps.
36 min
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Asian Folklore Monsters Explained Volume 1 (Tek...
Asian Folklore is a favorite among our listeners. As a thank you for your suggestions and for being a part of our Freaky Family please enjoy this 2+ hour compilation of Asian Folklore Monsters.
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El Cucuy - The Child-Stealer of Latin America
El Cucuy is a boogeyman from Latin America that preys on naughty children. The more a child misbehaves the hungrier it becomes. Look out he may be hiding under your bed.
33 min
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The Disturbing History of the Witches Castle of...
Every place has a history - some darker than others.. Moosham Castle in Austria was home to some of the bloodiest witch trials in the 1800's and many more terrifying events throughout history. Together we will explore the horrifying happenings that took place there..
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The Ape Canyon Incident of 1924
On a hot summer night in 1924, five gold prospectors were attacked by hairy ape-like creatures in a narrowing gorge that sits in the shadow of Mount St. Helens.
31 min
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Tales from the Break Room | Scary Work Stories
Some of the scariest things happen at work! This new show from Eeriecast features viewer submitted stories about the horrifying things that happen on the job.
5 min
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Tokoloshe - The Terrible Goblin of Africa
The Tokoloshe is a goblin-like creature that may sneak up on you to torment you as you sleep. Beware it may do more than torment you!
35 min
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Hachishakusama - The Eight-Feet Tall HORROR
This Japanese folklore monster is eight feet tall and makes a terrifyingly simple sound to signal her approach. If you hear her coming, your children might just be in danger.
34 min
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Slender Man - The Most Disturbing Internet Legend
Some online urban legends are based in reality, while others bleed into the real world. Slender Man is a prolific creepypasta monster whose mythos inspired real world terror.
35 min
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El Chupacabra - The Latin American Blood Sucker
El Chupacabra, meaning "the goat sucker", is an infamous and terrifying cryptid first sighted in Puerto Rico. It is said to drain the blood of livestock and sometimes even humans.
31 min
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Baba Yaga - The Slavic Witch Wants to Eat Your ...
Every culture has its boogeyman, but Slavic mythology has gifted us Baba Yaga - A disturbing witch who lives in a house mounted on chicken legs who desires nothing more than to devour your kids.
32 min
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The Extremely Creepy Case of Elisa Lam
In 2013, at the infamous and foreboding Cecil Hotel in Los Angeles, California, the body of Elisa Lam was recovered from the rooftop water tank. What happened to her? This week, Freaky Folklore explores the terrifying and mysterious circumstances surrounding Elisa Lam's death.
36 min
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Kelpie - The Deadly Water Horse
Be careful walking along the banks if you find yourself in Scotland. There's a certain mythical creature that is always looking for someone to drag below the icy depths of the water. Today, Freaky Folklore explores the terrifying water horse known as the Kelpie.
33 min
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Char Man - The Burned Boogeyman
Watch out, or the burned boogeyman will chase you down. This week, Freaky Folklore explores the disturbing legend of the Char Man. This is one urban legend that will be burned into your mind.
32 min
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Djinn - Angels, Demons, or Neither?
The Djinn (or Jinn) are invisible spirits from Arabian and Muslim mythology who are said to be able to take the form of humans and animals as well as being able to possess people. What are they really? What do they want? And why should you fear and respect them?
33 min
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Bloody Benders - The First American Serial Kill...
Murder. Cannibalism. Chaos. This particular American family bathed in the blood of others for sport, for food, for fun. Today, we explore the legend and history of the Bloody Benders.
35 min
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Jersey Devil - The Demon of the Pine Barrens
The Jersey Devil haunts the Pine Barrens region of the United States. Legend says it is Satan's own offspring. But where did it really come from? And what does it look like? Join us today as we explore the terrifying legend of the Jersey Devil!
35 min
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Krasue - The Bloodthirsty Floating Head
The Krasue may just be the most disturbing and gruesome of most of the folklore creatures we discuss. Discover why in today's episode about this vengeful, terrifying creature!
33 min
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Mothman - Harbinger of Disaster
The Mothman is a mysterious creature sighted near places before and after great tragedies. Is it happenstance? Or is the Mothman a messenger of misfortune?
34 min
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Wild Boys - Chameleon
Introducing "Wild Boys", a newest season of the con-themed podcast, Chameleon! This season, Chameleon explores the strange mystery of the Bush Boys who turned a small Canadian town upside down.
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