Archipelaghosts

You might have heard of rain masters and snake charmers, but do you think it's possible for some people to be able to move or delay rain, or control wild animals? In this episode, Nis discusses these very people who are called Pawang - how they practice their craft, people who request their services, and even a little rain ritual you can try for yourself at home!

The Indonesian dagger known as Keris might have started out as a weapon for fighting, but it's also picked up some mystical properties along the way. There are legends from history, superstitions, and magical powers that keris owners can benefit from - so long as you make sure to keep your keris happy.

To kick off season two, this episode is all about Tenaga Dalam, translated as Inner Energy. How people train to use it, what kinds of skills they can get, and some of the different people and groups that practice it.

Nis tells Kaz and Ry about The Big Three - Kuntilanak, Tuyul, and Pocong. They also discuss some FIlipino creatures, their favourite moments of the season, and compete in the Archipelaghosts Quiz of season one.

Kaz starts with an Australian Indigenous legend then Nis continues with two Indonesian legends. They then speak to Isti, who tells the legend of Malin Kundang.

Nis tells Kaz about the types of Indonesian ghosts, and then speak to Fadhil and hear about his experiences with a possible supernatural inhabitant.

Nis tells Kaz about Indonesian shapeshifters called Siluman, and they speak to Rizky to hear his many stories of experiences with ghosts and mysticism.

Nis tells Kaz about Legong Dance, a sacred and fascinating Balinese dance, and speak to former professional Legong dancer Dinda.

Nis and Kaz watch and discuss Joko Anwar's Indonesian horror film Satan's Slaves, about a family who is haunted after the death of their mother and wife.

Nis tells Kaz about some background to Indonesia's belief in the supernatural, and speak to Martina who gives a unique perspective as a foreigner who has lived in Indonesia for 30 years.

Nis tells Kaz about Angker, the concept of haunted in Indonesia, and speak to Im to find out Jakarta's top haunted spots.

Nis tells Kaz about Kesurupan - Indonesian for supernatural posession - and they speak to Hannah to hear her experiences with it.

Nis and Kaz discuss Nyi Roro Kidul, the legendary Queen of the South Seas, and speak to Lina who has long been fascinated with the figure.

Nis and Kaz dicuss Jin, the being that most people would know as Genies. They also speak to Ariyanto about his experiences with the creature.

Nis and Karen talk about the idea behind Archipelaghosts, as well as some background info on what kinds of things will be discussed in the following episodes. They also share their own personal interests, beliefs, and experiences with the supernatural.