Caribbean Folklore & Mysteries

If you go out in the woods or forest today there may be a big surprise!

In this episode we explore a popular figure whose story, whose reputation was often told in a folklore light but if you delve deeper there were so many more intriguing layers to discover, discuss & debate. Press play, listen then provide your insight & answer to the episode title “Harlot or Heroine?” *Mild sexual references* Follow Caribbean Folklore &Mysteries on Facebook at https://www.Facebook.com/CaribbeanFolkloreMysteries/ Email:folkloremyseteries@gmail.com Thanks to freesound.org for some of the sound effects used in this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michele-eastmond/message

What do you get when you combine witches & love? Listen and find out

On this island paradise well known for its' beautiful beaches, friendly people there is a centuries old mystery that still remains unsolved. Press play and see if you can provide a solution

You may be familiar with the advise of "Be careful what you wish for" but have you heard " Be careful who you answer”? Press play and discover why YOU shouldn't always answer when called. Follow Caribbean Folklore &Mysteries on Facebook at https://www.Facebook.com/CaribbeanFolkloreMysteries/ Email:folkloremyseteries@gmail.com Thanks to Pixabay for provision of some of the sound effects: Music from Pixabay Music from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/michele-eastmond/message

Looking at much more than the man who lives there

This episode begins exploring the possible why behind the activities and actions of La Soucayant/Ole Hag. You can listen to our very introduction to this folklore character here >>> https://anchor.fm/michele-eastmond/episodes/The-Ole-HagLaSoucayant-eji63b Follow Caribbean Folklore &Mysteries on Facebook at https://www.Facebook.com/CaribbeanFolkloreMysteries/

Sometimes a gift, donation or great bargain can bring more than a good deal or savings. Sometimes it brings an unwanted attachment that causes you to…take it back where you brought it from, take it back where you found it. Follow Caribbean Folklore &Mysteries on Facebook at https://www.Facebook.com/CaribbeanFolkloreMysteries/

Listen to how events from centuries ago impact the popular fruit of the Tamarind Tree.

Are all family legacies worth carrying on or should some of them cease when the last practitioner has passed? #Obeah

Tune in to hear the experiences of one Barbadian family over the years they called Hothersal Plantation Great House home.

Join us on the first in a series that seeks to explore the story behind the origins of water folklore throughout the islands of the Caribbean. *Caribbean Folklore & Mysteries made into the top 40 folklore podcast

Based on actual events this story explores the tale of the Baku.

When the past does not remain in the past the stain of its’ transgressions linger in the atmosphere and allow a young girl to discover she has the vision to see things most cannot.

A tale exploring the modern day use of ancient creatures and practices to manipulate the lives and actions of others.

Beware the devil woman who only roams at night.

In this episode we explore the origins of the Heartman, whose rumoured existence caused fear and panic across the sleepy rural villages of Barbados. Once you have listened to the episode please share your thoughts by clicking the link below. https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/S58KS8P

Listen to the story behind Barbados’s most infamous Duppy. Find out exactly what is a duppy along with all things duppy related

Learn more about the story of the Ole Hag also known as La Soucayant, one of the Caribbean’s more widely known Folklore characters.