Month: October 2019

Halloween spells for Protection, Romance & Loved Ones

October 31 is a time of spookiness and chills. But it’s also a powerful time of magic and fortune telling. In this episode, find out about some simple Halloween spells and divination you can try on the big day! See the blog post and images at http://www.icysedgwick.com/halloween-spells-for-protection-romance-loved-ones/ Support the show on Patreon and get exclusive…

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Why do we use the jack o’ lantern at Halloween?

The Jack o’ Lantern, like trick or treating and fancy dress, is synonymous with Halloween. But why do we use them, and where does the custom come from? Find out in this episode! See the images at the accompanying blog post here: http://www.icysedgwick.com/jack-o-lantern/ Get exclusive content by becoming a patron here: https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Follow the podcast…

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Why do we use the jack o’ lantern at Halloween?

The Jack o’ Lantern, like trick or treating and fancy dress, is synonymous with Halloween. But why do we use them, and where does the custom come from? Find out in this episode! See the images at the accompanying blog post here: http://www.icysedgwick.com/jack-o-lantern/ Get exclusive content by becoming a patron here: https://patreon.com/bePatron?u=2380595 Follow the podcast…

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The Broomstick In Folklore: The Witch’s Ideal Transport

We’ve all seen images of witches astride a broomstick, zooming through the night sky. But where does the image come from, and what other folklore exists about broomsticks? Listen to hear more folklore about this strange mode of transport! See the images at the accompanying blog post here: http://www.icysedgwick.com/broomstick/ Get exclusive content by becoming a…

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Book Review 02 – The Magpie & The Wardrobe and A Treasure of British Folklore

Here’s this month’s book review episode! Check out A Treasury of British Folklore by Dee Dee Chainey: http://www.icysedgwick.com/treasury-of-british-folklore/ And The Magpie & The Wardrobe: http://www.icysedgwick.com/magpie-wardrobe-curiosity/

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Why do so many people fear the number 13?

Some people fear the number 13 so much they take the day off work! So why is it such a reviled number? Where did that association come from? Find out in this week’s episode of Fabulous Folklore! Find the post here: http://www.icysedgwick.com/number-13/ Check out my folklore photos on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/fabulousfolklorepodcast/ Tweet me at: https://twitter.com/IcySedgwick…

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