

December 04 2024 - Winter Creatures
Dec 4, 2024
Dive into the fascinating intersection of occult, sci-fi, and queer art in Los Angeles, highlighted by a captivating exhibition. Discover the intriguing legend of the Casket Girls, French women turned vampires, alongside a local author’s modern twists. Explore chilling winter folklore featuring the enigmatic Yuki Onna and fearsome beings like the Chinu and Ilrak. Reflect on humanity's fears through legendary winter creatures, including the playful yet eerie Jack Frost. It’s a magical blend of history, folklore, and culinary adventure!
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Casket Girls Tale
- Tonya Brown loves the New Orleans tale of the Casket Girls, young French maidens turned vampires.
- Elise Arden's book series, set post-Hurricane Katrina, reimagines this spooky story.
Pie Update
- Tonya Brown updates listeners on her pumpkin pie-making progress, starting with a "foolproof" caramel.
- She expresses a fear of hot sugar, but successfully made caramel for the first time.
Winter Creatures Topic
- Listener April suggests "winter creatures" as a podcast topic, citing Jack Frost.
- Tonya Brown questions Jack Frost's nature, wondering if he's evil.