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the Folklore of the Salem Witch Trials 11/13/2018

the Folklore of the Salem Witch Trials The first snow fall of the year has brought with it the chilling winds and dark nights. Do you hear that sound? It seemed to be an extra spiritual chanting from the house next door. In Salem Mass. that was enough to get your neighbor put on trial as a witch, but what really happened at the Salem Witch Trials? Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of the Salem Witch Trials. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/7543148

the Folklore of Cicada 3301 11/06/2018

the Folklore of Cicada 3301 When the internet comes a-calling with a challenge, it takes the world's greatest cyber hackers to sum out the clues and join the infamous organization Cicada 3301. But who is this shadowy organization that has turned to hackers and sleuths to join their ranks? What ends do they hope to achieve by their online puzzles and games? Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Cicada 3301. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/7455959

the Folklore of the Headless Horseman 10/30/2018

the Folklore of the Headless Horseman Jack and Sam are back at it again with a discussion of the headless horseman. While Ichabod Crane's name stands from and center in the legends regarding headless horsemen, it is by no means the first story of a horseman who has lost their head. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/7367999

the Folklore of Vampires 10/22/2018

the Folklore of Vampires The boys are back in town, and this time they're dishing up all of the folklore that surrounds your favorite blood suckers. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/7271090

the Folklore of Struwwelpeter 11/14/2017

the Folklore of Struwwelpeter Yes, children's books can be pretty silly. Who would give a pig a pancake, or a moose a muffin? Only a Monster would do such a thing. But what about a tailor who cuts off your thumbs if you put them in your mouth? Or what about a story of a boy who starves to death because he doesn't want his soup anymore? This is the content of children's books in the 1800's and it only gets crazier. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Struwwelpeter. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5944560

the Folklore of Ghost Trains 11/07/2017

the Folklore of Ghost Trains Choo Choo! It's coming down the tracks and it's going to scare you to death. This week's topic is Ghost Trains, and boy are there many different types of these things. Whether it's Nazis, Canada, or Abraham Lincoln, there's a Ghost Train for everyone. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Ghost Trains. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5921375

the Folklore of Trick or Treating 10/24/2017

the Folklore of Trick or Treating Whether you're prompting someone to smell your feet, or declaring that you should receive something good to eat, it is never a good idea to pull down someone's underwear. Whether you care or not! That's right, this is an episode about trick-or-treating and we're covering all the bases to tell you where it comes from, the spooky history of the activity, and why we do it on October 31st. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Trick or Treating. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5868976

the Folklore of Mummies and King Tut's Tomb 10/10/2017

the Folklore of Mummies and King Tut's Tomb Groaning deep within the great pyramids of egypt rest the silent watchers of the Pharaohs. Wrapped in their bandages, prepared to assist in the journey to the afterlife, mummies have stood the test of time. But, are all mummies created equally? And what is it about mummies that makes them such accursed objects to have in your possession? Did King Tut's tomb really curse all who entered it? Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Mummies and King Tut's Tomb. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5825650

the Folklore of Haunted Indiana 10/03/2017

the Folklore of Haunted Indiana It's back by popular demand, we're talking about haunted places in the United States. This time around, we talk about some famous haunted places in the state of Indiana. We're talking the likes of Central State Hospital, the Lady in Grey of Williard Library, the Blue Lady, and Fox Hollow Farm. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of some haunted places in Indiana. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5805199

the Folklore of Forrest Fenn's Treasure 09/26/2017

the Folklore of Forrest Fenn's Treasure It is often the prize of brave explorers, the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, the secret of el dorado. We're talking about treasure! This real-life treasure hunt has been going on now for over seven years and has cost a few brave souls their life. Does the treasure exist? Where is it? What will it take for you to be able to claim the treasure as your own? Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Forrest Fenn's Treasure. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5778537

the Folklore of Portland's Shanghai Tunnels 09/19/2017

the Folklore of Portland's Shanghai Tunnels Weaving underneath the streets of Portland, hidden below the ground with many trap doors, is a network of tunnels that may or may not have lead thousands of men into forced servitude. The Shanghai Tunnels are believed to have a long and storied history underneath the streets of Portland, Oregon, but what is true and what is myth? Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Portland's Shanghai Tunnels. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5754717

the Hairy Hand 09/12/2017

the Hairy Hand Everyone knows someone who has those giant hairy knuckles, the kind of nightmares. But what if there was a real disembodied hand that grabbed you in your sleep, and it had those same hairy knuckles that only the devil could possibly have. This is the legend of La Mano Peluda, or the Hairy Hand. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of la Mano Peluda, the Hairy Hand. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5734276

the Folklore of the Man in the Moon 08/29/2017

the Folklore of the Man in the Moon Nomatter where you live, you are likely to be able to see the moon above your head at night. Have you ever seen a face on the moon? If so, you are one of the nearly 100% of people who have seen the face of the man in the moon. Who is he? What about the rabbit in the moon? /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5684954

the Folklore of Br'er Rabbit 08/13/2017

the Folklore of Br'er Rabbit One of America's first favorite folk characters, Br'er Rabbit and the rest of the Br'er gang have been around longer than television and radio. The stories of Br'er rabbit have insinuated their way into iconic American history. If you'e been on Splash Mountain, you've experienced the Br'er rabbit. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Br'er Rabbit. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5637906

A Bunyip Story 07/11/2017

A Bunyip Story /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5525598

the Folklore of La Llorona 06/27/2017

the Folklore of La Llorona She wanders the shores of rivers across north America looking for children to bring into the waters for their final swim. She is known for her white dress and her wailing, but did you know of her Mexican origins? La Llorona has been around for hundreds of years, and she may be just down the road from you haunting your local streams, rivers, gorges, and cliffs. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of La Llorona. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5483783

the Folklore of the Sandman 06/20/2017

the Folklore of the Sandman Whether you believe in him as the gentle old man who comes to send small children to sleep with pleasant dreams, or you believe he is a monster lurking under your bed just waiting to fill your sleep with nightmares, the sandman has been around for a long time. Armed with his magic sand, and in some cases his sweet milk, the sandman has been a staple of western culture for many hundreds of years. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of the Sandman. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5464502

the Devil's Pass 06/13/2017

the Devil's Pass Nothing stinks like getting lost. But what would you say to getting lost with eight of your friends in the Ural mountains of Russia? You cannot escape the mountain of death, and neither could this friends as they went through the Devil's Pass. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of the Devil's Pass /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5443259

the Folklore of the Oak Island Money Pit 06/06/2017

the Folklore of the Oak Island Money Pit Who is to say that the value of buried treasure isn't greater than the sum of the pieces of the treasure? For over two centuries people have been searching for buried treasure on Oak Island, yet the money pit has never revealed what lies at it's deepest point. Could it be treasure, or perhaps secret documents? Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of the Oak Island Money Pit. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5422458

the Folklore of the Rougarou 05/23/2017

the Folklore of the Rougarou There are many strange things that live in the woods, but the weirdest creatures live in the bayou. The Rougarou lurks in the murky shadows of the Louisiana bayou just north of New Orleans, and at the shed of blood a new Rougarou is made. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of the Rougarou. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5380968

Hawaiian Night Marchers 05/16/2017

Hawaiian Night Marchers Across the pacific ocean is a small cluster of islands home to luaus, hula, countless coconuts, and the most terrifying procession of decomposing bodies that the world has ever seen. According to some, the ancient warriors of Hawaii march about the islands of Hawaii with their chief in order to try and help them make it to the next world. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of the Hawaiian Night Marchers. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5359852

the Folklore of Geronimo 05/08/2017

the Folklore of Geronimo American's have been shouting "Geronimo" when they jump from high places for the last 75 years, but do you know why? He was a leader of the Apache and the last Native American to put up a great resistance to the white settlers. After his family was massacred he went on a revenge streak to seek vengeance against the Mexican government. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Geronimo. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5338908

the Folklore of Pecos Bill 05/02/2017

the Folklore of Pecos Bill The Paul Bunyan of the American south-west, Pecos Bill is responsible for most of the geographical features that we see today. From being raised by coyotes to riding a mountain lion, to riding tornados, Pecos Bill gives cowboys a good name. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Pecos Bill. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5319261

the Folklore of the Tengu 04/25/2017

the Folklore of the Tengu High up on the mountains of Japan live the Tengu. Some say that they look like a man and a bird had a baby, others say they are red faced monks with noses like Pinocchio. They have the ability to transform, become invisible, and most importantly they are the originators of the samurai tradition. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of the Tengu. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5296750

the Folklore of Golems 04/18/2017

the Folklore of Golems Are they man, or are they muppet? The golem is both part man and part puppet. Originating from Jewish folklore, the golem has been known to be the protector of those who are being oppressed. Some people believe they are good, others believe that they are nothing but monsters. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of golems. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5275090

the Folklore of Davy Jones's Locker 04/11/2017

the Folklore of Davy Jones's Locker At the bottom of the ocean lies a place that no mortal man has ever visited and returned from. It is Davy Jones's Locker, and it is a terrible place to find yourself. Pirates have talked about this place for many moons, but what exactly is it? Has it always been a terrible place to end up, and is there a positive alternative? Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of Davy Jones's Locker. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5255313

the Folklore of Werewolves 04/04/2017

the Folklore of Werewolves The moon is high in the sky and there's an eerie fog blowing in from the woods. Your co-worker, Jim, seemed to be pretty off at work as he scratched at the collar of his shirt. He wanted to go out for steak at lunch and asked for it to be cooked as rare as possible. He might be a werewolf. Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of werewolves. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5234483

the folklore of the wampus 03/28/2017

the folklore of the wampus Hiding in the United States' Appalachian mountains is the mythical monster known for scaring all who see it. Fear overcomes its victims and drives them to madness. Black as the night and with bright yellow eyes, the campus stalks the mountainside protecting the land. Originating with the Cherokee Native Americans the campus cat is as elusive as it is famous. Join jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of the Wampus. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5210119

the Folklore of Mermaids 03/21/2017

the Folklore of Mermaids Whether they are having a splish-splashy time or causing sailors to plummet to their death in the depth of the ocean, mermaids have been a part of folklore for a looooooooong time. While Ariel may be our favorite mermaid, she is by no means the origin of what the world knows of mermaids. Just about everywhere in the world has a story of mermaids, but how many people have actually seen one? Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of mermaids. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5188023

the Folklore of St. Patrick's Day 03/13/2017

the Folklore of St. Patrick's Day If you have ever put on a green shirt on the 17th of March in order to prevent people from pinching you then you've celebrated St. Patrick's Day. With a day named after a guy, you'd think more people know why we celebrate. What does the holiday have to do with Ireland, leprechauns, and shamrocks? Join Jack and Sam as they explore the folklore of St. Patrick's Day. /episode/index/show/talkabouttalking/id/5166629

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