The Adze is a shapeshifting creature from West African Ewe folklore that appears as an innocent firefly but is actually a vampiric being capable of squeezing through any crack or keyhole to enter homes.

The Erlking is a malevolent fairy or goblin king from Germanic folklore who lures people, particularly children, into the woods to their doom.

Baba Roga - in Slavic folklore, is a child-punishing witch who lives in a forest cave and watches for misbehaving children through their windows at night. She's known for her iron teeth and bloody fingernails, dragging especially naughty children to her cave where she teaches them terrible lessons about obedience - if they return at all.

Frankenstein is not the monster, but rather Dr. Victor Frankenstein, a brilliant but obsessed scientist who creates artificial life by assembling body parts of the dead and reanimating them.

Camille Monfort was a French opera singer who captivated the elite of Belém, Brazil in the late 19th century with her beauty and haunting voice. Despite her untimely reported death from cholera in 1896, legends persist that she was actually a vampire who used the epidemic as cover for her supernatural activities.

The Dobhar-chú - also known as the water hound or master otter, is a creature from Irish folklore said to inhabit lakes and rivers. It's described as a large, carnivorous creature resembling a mix between a dog and an otter, known for its ferocity and often reported to hunt in pairs.

Night Crawlers - are mysterious, tall, humanoid creatures with extremely long, thin legs that have been reported in Fresno, California. They are often described as pale or white, with featureless faces, and are said to move with an eerie, gliding motion through orchards and fields at night.

The Beast of Bladenboro - is a mysterious creature that allegedly terrorized the small town of Bladenboro, North Carolina in the winter of 1953-54, killing numerous animals in a brutal and puzzling manner.

Carman's Top 5 Folklore Favorites - In this special compilation episode, host Carman Carrion takes listeners on a thrilling journey through five of her all-time favorite folklore creatures. From spine-chilling legends to bizarre beings, this monster mash-up offers a perfect introduction for newcomers and a nostalgic trip for long-time fans of the Freaky Folklore Podcast.

Witte Wieven - are spectral entities in Dutch folklore, often described as wise women or witches who appear as white, misty figures. They are said to inhabit ancient sites like wells, burial mounds, and foggy moors, where they can either help or harm mortals depending on how they are treated.

The Sandman - is a mythical being who visits sleepers at night, sprinkling magical sand onto their eyes to bring them dreams. While traditionally seen as benevolent, some stories portray him as having a darker side, punishing those who refuse to sleep with nightmares or stealing the eyes of wakeful children.

Eyeless Jack - is a terrifying supernatural entity from creepy pasta lore, known for stalking and harvesting organs from his victims. Recognizable by his blue mask with empty, weeping eye sockets, Jack is an immortal being driven by an insatiable hunger for human organs, leaving a trail of surgically mutilated bodies in his wake.

Black Annis - is a terrifying figure in English folklore, specifically from Leicestershire, depicted as a blue-faced hag or witch with iron claws and a taste for human flesh, especially that of children.

The Warg - is a monstrous wolf-like creature of immense size, combining bestial ferocity with unsettling intelligence. Originally creatures of Norse mythology, Wargs are often depicted as evil spirits in the form of large, intelligent wolves, associated with violence and destruction.

The Qallupilluit - is a creature from Inuit folklore, described as a humanoid sea monster that lives under the Arctic ice. It is said to snatch children who venture too close to cracks in the ice or play too near the water's edge, using its haunting song to lure them before dragging them into the frigid depths.

Spring-Heeled Jack - A terrifying urban legend of Victorian London, Spring-Heeled Jack was known for his inhuman leaps, glowing red eyes, and attacks on unsuspecting victims.

El Silbón - With a sack of bones on his back and vengeance in his hollow eyes, this chilling figure from Venezuelan and Colombian folklore blurs the line between justice and terror, reminding all who hear his eerie tune that the sins of the past are never truly buried.

Organism 46B - is purportedly a large, intelligent cephalopod-like creature discovered in Lake Vostok, Antarctica. It is said to possess extraordinary abilities such as shape-shifting, camouflage, and the capacity to paralyze prey from a distance, according to urban legends.

Wendigo vs Werewolf – This episode compares the Wendigo of Algonquian folklore with the Werewolf of European mythology, examining their origins, characteristics, and cultural significance. It explores how these two creatures, while both representing a loss of humanity, differ in their symbolic meanings and the fears they embody in their respective cultures.

Leshy - a forest spirit from Slavic folklore, often depicted as a tall, humanoid figure with green hair and a beard made of foliage, and skin resembling tree bark. It acts as the guardian of the forest, known for its trickster nature, ability to lead travelers astray, and control over forest creatures and plants.

Night-Mare -The mare, also known as "nightmare" or "mara," is a supernatural entity from Germanic and Scandinavian folklore believed to sit on the chest of sleeping individuals, causing them to have terrifying dreams and experience sleep paralysis. This malevolent spirit is often depicted as a shadowy, ghostly woman who induces feelings of suffocation and dread in her victims during the night.

Mermaids - mythical aquatic creatures typically depicted as having the upper body of a human female and the tail of a fish. They are often portrayed in folklore and popular culture as beautiful, enchanting beings who live in the sea, sometimes luring sailors to their doom with their captivating songs or appearance.

Tailypo - a small, eerie, and elusive creature from the hollers and mountains of Appalachia, distinguished by its long, bushy tail. Its glowing, piercing eyes shine ominously in the darkness, enhancing its unsettling presence.

Grindylow - a malevolent water creature from English folklore, typically depicted as a small, green-skinned being with sharp claws and teeth, known for dragging unsuspecting victims, especially children, into its watery lair. These creatures are often associated with lakes, ponds, and marshes, and serve as cautionary tales to warn against venturing too close to dangerous waters.

Laughing Jack - is a malevolent spirit originating from a magical jack-in-the-box, designed to be a child's companion, but corrupted over time into a sadistic entity that preys on children, causing psychological and physical harm. Initially created to bring joy, he now embodies terror, using his twisted games and dark powers to inflict suffering.