

Folklore and the Paranormal with Icy Sedgwick
Dec 13, 2022
Guest Icy Sedgwick, a Folklorist, joins the podcast to discuss Folklore and the Paranormal. The hosts share Halloween news stories, listener ghost stories, and an update on the ghost chicken. They also explore the feeling of fear and repulsion towards haunted objects and discuss the connection between folklore and the paranormal. The conversation delves into the mystery of Silky, a British folklore character, and explores the portrayal of haunted houses in Hollywood films. The podcast concludes with a discussion on the memories and impact of the television program Ghostwatch.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Ghosts in Cornwall and Paranormal Activity in Scotland
01:38 • 15min
Ghost Chickens and Chilling Encounters
16:23 • 20min
Exploring the Feeling of Fear and Repulsion Towards Haunted Objects
36:36 • 3min
Paranormal Encounters
39:40 • 15min
Exploring the Connection Between Folklore and the Paranormal
54:13 • 18min
Silky: Fairy, Ghost, or Both?
01:12:19 • 27min
Exploring the Portrayal of Haunted Houses in Hollywood Films
01:39:33 • 11min
Beliefs vs. Behaviors
01:50:54 • 8min
Closing Discussion on Folklore and the Paranormal
01:58:47 • 2min
Memories and Impact of Ghostwatch
02:00:52 • 8min