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Text Vanessa Your Thoughts!The science of bad vibes is interesting. Have you ever visited a place that felt unusually peaceful or, conversely, oppressively heavy? Throughout my travels to various haunted locations, I've encountered places steeped in history and tragedy, where visitors often sense lingering negativity. Sensitive individuals are especially prone to feeling these residual vibrations, a phenomenon explained by theories of emotional residue and geopathic stress.Emotional residue suggests that past emotions can leave an imprint on a place, detectable through chemical signals like those emitted through tears and sweat. Research supports the idea that humans can unconsciously communicate emotions through chemosignals, influencing others' feelings and behaviors.Geopathic stress, on the other hand, is believed to arise from distortions in the Earth's energy, potentially caused by geological faults, underground water, or man-made structures. This stress is thought to lead to health issues like fatigue, insomnia, and headaches. Historically, ancient societies recognized the impact of Earth's energies on human well-being, guiding the placement of their cities and structures based on natural indicators.Despite modern science's struggle to fully understand these phenomena, personal experiences reveal the profound impact of a place's vibrations. I've lived in locations that drained my creativity and others that inspired it, highlighting the importance of being attuned to the energy around us.Join me as I delve into the science and stories behind these mysterious forces and share your own experiences of places that have affected you. Someone you know might be suffering from the negative energy of their environment—share this episode and let them know they're not alone.Sources: Popular Mechanics, Healthy Spaces by DesignSupport the Show.

Explore the spooky corridors of the Willard Library and unearth the haunting tales of the Grey Lady ghost and why this historic library is a must-visit for paranormal enthusiasts.Promo: History Goes BumpMusic:Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Music: Awkward Meeting by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3400-awkward-meetingLicensed under CC by 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSupport the showBecome a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/fabledcollective

Dive into the depths of Savannah, Georgia's haunting past with our latest podcast episode on the Old Candler Hospital and its mysterious underground tunnel. Unearth the chilling tales and hidden histories of one of Georgia's oldest hospitals, where the echoes of the yellow fever epidemics still whisper through the corridors. This episode is a riveting journey into the heart of darkness, with local lore at its center. With atmospheric storytelling and a touch of spooky, we'll transport you to a place where history's shadowy secrets come to life. Tune in to "The Underground Morgue of Savannah" – it's not just a podcast episode; it's an immersive experience into a forgotten chapter of Southern history. Don't miss this journey into the past – listen now and feel the pulse of Savannah's dark and fascinating heritage!Promo: Southern GothicMusic: Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the showBecome a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fabledcollective

In this episode of the Fabled Collective podcast, we delve deep into the ancient and mystical folklore surrounding the mysterious creature known as the Winter Wolf. This isn't just a tale of an ordinary wolf – the Winter Wolf is a being of legend, shrouded in the icy mists of time and lore.MUSIC CREDIT:“Maestro Tlakaelel” by Jesse Gallagher: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD5hjK3sDzk2W-jw9roHuVwSupport the showBecome a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fabledcollective

In the eerie twilight of superstition and science, fairy rings stand as enigmatic symbols at the crossroads of the mystical and the mundane. Whispered in folklore as the nocturnal dance floors of capricious fairies, these circles ensnare the unwary traveler in a timeless grip, spinning tales of lost time and otherworldly encounters. Yet, beneath this spectral veil lies a more earthly, yet no less haunting truth: a silent, creeping network of fungi, expanding in ghostly circles, consuming the very essence of the soil. These rings, whether marked by lush verdure or deadened grass, are nature's own cryptic signature, a reminder that even in the clarity of science, the world retains its shadowy mysteries and unspoken enchantments.Music:Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Music: Sovereign by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4397-sovereignLicensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSupport the showBecome a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fabledcollective

In the shadowed corners of the Victorian era, death wasn't just an event; it was an art form. Wrapped in layers of ritual and superstition, Victorian funeral customs created an eerie dance with the departed. From post-mortem photographs where the deceased posed eerily alive, to mourning jewelry crafted from the hair of the lost, every tradition was steeped in significance. The mourners, draped in black crepe, observed strict mourning periods, their attire shifting in subtle ways as time passed. Whispered tales told of spirits communicating through seances, while ornate headstones and crypts ensured the dead were memorialized in grandeur. Dive deep into the chilling world of Victorian mourning practices, where the boundaries between life and death were delicately blurred. Dive in… if you dare. Music: Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Novel mentioned: Bellman and Black by Diane Setterfield https://www.dianesetterfield.com/books/bellman-and-black/Keywords: Victorian era, funeral customs, mourning rituals, post-mortem photography, seances, mourning jewelry.Support the showBecome a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fabledcollective

Dive deep into North America's chilling waterway legends as we explore the eerie histories of Niagara Falls, Lake Lanier, and White Rock Lake. From the Screaming Tunnel's unsettling echoes near the world-famous Niagara Falls to Lake Lanier's ghostly apparitions and unexplained disappearances in Georgia, water sources prove to be reservoirs of both natural beauty and supernatural enigma. Venture further to Dallas's White Rock Lake, where the spectral Lady of the Lake roams, leaving behind tales of tragedy and mystery. These iconic locations serve as breathtaking attractions by day, but as night falls, their haunting legends resurface, ensuring thrill-seekers and paranormal enthusiasts are left both captivated and cautious.Music:Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Music: Sovereign by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4397-sovereignLicensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSupport the showBecome a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fabledcollective

Unravel the chilling mystery of Patience Worth, a spirit from the 17th century, who broke the silence of the grave to communicate through Pearl Curran's Ouija board. Dive deep into this eerie tale on this podcast episode, where we unveil a world where the dead penned literary masterpieces and one woman's mundane life was forever entangled with whispers from beyond. Can you resist the allure of history's most fascinating ghost writer? Promo: History Goes BumpMusic:-       Music: Peace of Mind by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4199-peace-of-mindLicensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license-       Music: Clean Soul by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3514-clean-soulLicensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license-       Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the showBecome a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fabledcollective

Blanche Monnier, often referred to as "La Séquestrée de Poitiers," is a harrowing tale from 19th-century France. Born into a prominent Poitiers family, the beautiful heiress mysteriously vanished at 25, only to be discovered 25 years later imprisoned in her family's mansion. Her shocking captivity, orchestrated by her mother and brother to prevent an "unsuitable" love affair, challenges societal norms of respectability and family honor. This chilling story underscores the dark extremes of human behavior and the dangers of unchecked authority within familial relationships.Promos: Homespun HaintsThe Sacrifice of Ava Black by A.G. PorterMusic:Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Music: Sovereign by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4397-sovereignLicensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseMusic: Awkward Meeting by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3400-awkward-meetingLicensed under CC by 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSupport the showBecome a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fabledcollective

Discover the chilling tales of the Chapel of the Cross Cemetery, Madison, Mississippi - a historical site steeped in spectral lore. Home to the famous “Bride of Annandale” and the “Weeping Lady,” this haunted graveyard is a hotspot for ghost hunters and history buffs alike. Explore ghostly encounters, tragic love stories, and whispers of the past that add to the eerie ambiance of this Southern landmark. Unearth the spectral inhabitants of this 19th-century cemetery and learn about their lasting impact on Mississippi's rich history.The following music was used for this media project:Music: Dark Walk by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3612-dark-walkLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseThe following music was used for this media project:Music: This House by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4525-this-houseLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseAnd Ghostpocalypse - 6 by Kevin MacLeod (paid license).Support the show

Snow White is a timeless fairy tale that has captured the hearts of audiences for generations, and its magical narrative continues to inspire and resonate with people of all ages. From the original Brothers Grimm version to Disney's beloved adaptation, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs weaves a spellbinding narrative of love, friendship, and the triumph of goodness over evil. With its classic themes of good vs. evil, love, and overcoming adversity, it's easy to see why it's among the favorites in people's hearts and minds. Today, we'll explore the fascinating nuances and captivating themes behind Snow White, a story that reminds us of the enduring magic that lies within classic fairy tales and the disturbing warnings that remain relevant even today.The following music was used for this media project:Music: Heartbreaking by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3863-heartbreakingLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license& Other music by Kevin MacLeod (paid licenses).Support the show

The mysteries surrounding the disappearances of five people between 1945-1950 in what is called the Bennington Triangle are both bizarre and terrifying. And their connection to one of the most talented horror writers of the era makes them even more strange. Music:- Ghostpocalypse - 6 Crossing the Threshold Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/- Awkward Meeting by Kevin MacLeod (paid license).Support the show

We often don't think about God until the day the devil thinks about us. When things are going great, we go about life in a state of flow, but when something tragic happens to us—or to the world—it stops us dead in our tracks. And even if we don't think of ourselves as religious, many of us will try prayer when all else seems to fail.And nothing is more terrifying than the idea of demonic possession. Because not only has the devil thought about you, he chose you. It's hard to imagine sharing your body with a demon. But according to a study by YouGov, 45% of Americans believe in demons. Do you? Find my new fiction book, SOUL BREATHER, here: https://amzn.to/40SKslaPlease note that this is an affiliate link, which means I may earn a small commission on any sales (at no cost to you).Music:The following music was used for this media project:Music: Gregorian Chant by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3825-gregorian-chantLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license The following music was used for this media project:Music: Day of Chaos by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3620-day-of-chaosLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license The following music was used for this media project:Music: Long note One by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3992-long-note-oneLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseSupport the show

Why are people afraid of dolls? Is it their likeness to something real—their fake smiles and glassy, still eyes? Is it their lack of animation or the way they seem to watch you no matter where you move? For some of us, dolls are just downright creepy. But some dolls may actually possess something otherworldly behind those innocent stares. Something evil.Music:The following music was used for this media project:Music: Aftermath by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3342-aftermathLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseThe following music was used for this media project:Music: Vanes by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4577-vanesLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show

The Old Charleston Jail, located in downtown Charleston, South Carolina is a sight to see if you're ever in low country. Nestled between neighborhoods and on the outskirts of the posh historic district, the jail looks horrifyingly out of place. Across the street, an apartment building with children playing on the green has this large fortress for a view. In this area, the horrifying past of Charlestonians from long ago literally collides with residents of today.Where to find Whitney Zahar online:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whitneyzahar/The ParaUnity podcast: https://paraunitypodcast.wixsite.com/paraunityBooks: https://www.amazon.com/Whitney-Zahar/e/B01AJY8YFY?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1666105133&sr=8-1 Many thanks to Bulldog Tours for a wonderful tour of the jail. Other Fabled Collective Episodes mentioned:Lavinia FisherSt. AlbansSorrel-Weed HouseOther Podcasts Mentioned:Pleasing TerrorsHaunted HappenstanceMusic:The following music was used for this media project:Loss by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4003-lossLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://incompetech.com"Ghostpocalypse - 6 Crossing the Threshold" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0 

The previous episode was on Bonaventure Cemetery. I wanted to share a little more about the notable graves and the stories attached to them should you ever make your way to the hauntingly beautiful, oak-arm-cradled cemetery.Other Podcasts Mentioned:https://www.halloweenartandtravel.comMusicThe following music was used for this media project:-Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/-Sovereign by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4397-sovereignLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://incompetech.com

One can hardly mention visiting Savannah without someone recommending they tour what's arguably one of the most hauntingly beautiful cemeteries in the country—Bonaventure Cemetery. With its stunning oak-lined walkways, lacy Spanish moss, and azaleas in abundance, Bonaventure feels more like a garden than a cemetery.Buried beneath its lovely surface lies a fascinating history. Let's journey to Bonaventure in Savannah, Georgia, whose name means "Good Fortune."Newsletter: http://eepurl.com/glvr6XWebsite: https://www.fabledcollective.comShop: https://www.fabledcollective.com/shop/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FabledCollectiveMusic:-The following music was used for this media project:Music: At Rest by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3388-at-restLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://incompetech.com - The following music was used for this media project:Music: Heartbreaking by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/3863-heartbreakingLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://incompetech.com - Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensedunder Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show

In this bite-sized episode of Fabled Collective, we'll delve into three strange hauntings that will remind you how bizarre life (and death) can be.Discord: https://discord.gg/Xjk5CpDNewsletter: http://eepurl.com/glvr6XWebsite: https://www.fabledcollective.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FabledCollectiveMusic:- The following music was used for this media project:Music: Trio for Piano, Cello, and Clarinet by Kevin MacLeodFree download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4547-trio-for-piano-cello-and-clarinetLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist website: https://incompetech.com- Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show

The king of gothic literature, Edgar Allan Poe, poured his life and heart into his tales. Everything he struggled with, all the sadness and madness, nightmares and loves appeared on his pages. Of all his stories, "The Black Cat" stands out as a warning—perhaps from Poe himself—beyond the grave.Find the full story here. https://www.ibiblio.org/ebooks/Poe/Black_Cat.pdf——Say hello!——Website: https://www.fabledcollective.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabledcollectiveTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fabledcollective——My Books——https://www.amazon.com/author/vanessakeccles——Sign up for the Newsletter——http://eepurl.com/glvr6X

Eureka Springs, Arkansas, is often said to be the little Switzerland of America because of its mountainous terrain and winding streets. It's also been called “The Magic City” and “The Stairstep Town” because of its unique legends and design. There are no traffic lights, and no two streets intersect at the typical 90-degree angle. It's considered a hidden gem tucked away in the Ozark Mountains. But beneath its charming façade, lies something altogether sinister.——Sign up for the Newsletter——http://eepurl.com/glvr6X

In this mini-episode, I share a more personal experience about what I'm learning from researching my family tree. My ancestors have taught me so much over the past few weeks. I hope this episode inspires you to research your own family and discover the stories they have to tell.If you'd like to get your first 30 days half off with Ancestry.com, here's a referral code (that gives me a small compensation at no cost to you):https://refer.ancestry.com/vanessaecclesMusic:Trio for Piano, Cello, and Clarinet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4547-trio-for-piano-cello-and-clarinetLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

In 1284, Hamelin was an important place for trade. Nestled beside the Weser River, Hamelin was home to lots of commerce, and the city thrived. Everything was going well until the city began to have an infestation of rats. The small, destructive creatures ravaged the town until one day, a mysterious piper emerged with a promise to lure the rats into the river with a song.Mentions:How to be a Minimalist PodcastVirtual Tip Jars:Venmo: https://venmo.com/u/fabledcollectivePayPal: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=KPQF5LMCAKW76Become a patron: https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollectiveMusic Credits:Sovereign by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4397-sovereignLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseTouching Moments Three - Deeper by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4538-touching-moments-three---deeperLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Should you ever find yourself walking along a marsh or swamp in the darkest hour of the night, you may witness a haunting light over the still water. Over the centuries, it's been called by many names—the French call it the feu follet, the English call it will-o'-the wisp or jack o'lanterns. No matter what you call it, one thing is clear—it's the light of the wicked.

On the isle of Hyde, all ghosts aren't dead. Haunted by a past they fled and by a present so steeped in lore, truth can scarcely be deciphered. If tomorrow promised of a world without social media, television, and distraction, would you take it? Would you become a ghost of Hyde?——Join the community——Discord: https://discord.gg/Xjk5CpDPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective——Sign up for the Newsletter——http://eepurl.com/glvr6XMusic:Past The Edge by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4997-past-the-edgeLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse - 6 Crossing the Threshold Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

On December 10, 1909, a horrific triple homicide occurred at 401 W. Perry St. in the downtown district of Savannah, Georgia. That day Eliza Gribble and her daughter Carrie were found dead in their home. Another woman by the name of Maggie Hunter was also found in terrible shape but survived for three days. This is the story as we know it.-----Say hello!-----TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fabledcollectiveWebsite: https://www.fabledcollective.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabledcollective-----Join the community——Discord: https://discord.gg/Xjk5CpDPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective——Sign up for the Newsletter——http://eepurl.com/glvr6XMusic:“Keel” by Edward Karl Hanson https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/sYzSHWKQkq/“Flow of the River” by Experia https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/L03cjp3iGF/"Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

This episode is a little different. "Twice Dead" is a fictional short story that I recently finished and wanted to share with Fabled listeners.-----Say hello!-----TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fabledcollectiveWebsite: https://www.fabledcollective.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabledcollective-----Join the community——Discord: https://discord.gg/Xjk5CpDPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective——Sign up for the Newsletter——http://eepurl.com/glvr6XMusic:Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Binaural Overlay by Joseph Beg https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/0dxcddAZ8F/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

If you drive over the causeway from Savannah, Georgia to Tybee Island, you’ll notice a small lighthouse in the Savannah River. It captured my interest the first time I saw it. Often times, the lighthouse is inaccessible from neighboring Cockspur Island. Residing near Fort Pulaski, the tiny lighthouse has a fascinating history. And maybe even a few ghosts.YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZSDbinE-VHkdVu8njHHguQMusic:Stepping Stones by Megan Wofford.https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/oI4EJFT145/Folk Story by Trevor Kowalski.https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/ce4jBwr0Hm/Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

The most horrible of monsters are those who prey on the weak, the sick. These angels of death strike when they're needed, when their patients cannot care for themselves. When medical professionals decide to harm, they turn their backs on all they’ve been taught. Such is the case of Jane Toppan, one of America’s first serial killers, who claimed to have murdered at least 31 people, perhaps as many as 100 from 1887-1901.-----Say hello!-----TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fabledcollectiveWebsite: https://www.fabledcollective.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabledcollective-----Join the community——Discord: https://discord.gg/Xjk5CpDPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollectiveCover Image:Jane Toppan, Unknown author, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commonshttps://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Jane_Toppan.jpgMusic:One Last Drama by Phillip Ayershttps://www.epidemicsound.com/track/6RrYpGunKv/Where No Man Has Gone Before by Dream Cavehttps://www.epidemicsound.com/track/PMF2aJELk3/Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Emily Dickinson is one of most popular American poets of all time, but she didn't experience fame until after her death. This analysis of her poem "Tell all the truth but tell it slant" gives insight into her thoughts and understanding. Truth is a most rare thing.-----Say hello!-----TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fabledcollectiveWebsite: https://www.fabledcollective.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabledcollective-----Join the community——Discord: https://discord.gg/Xjk5CpDPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollectiveMusic:Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-previewLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

In this unscripted episode, my husband and I take a stroll down memory lane and recount the most memorable haunted experiences we've had thus far.If you'd like to know more about the places we discussed, check out:Ep 1 -- Unitarian Cemetary Charleston, SCEp 14 -- The Sorrel-Weed House Savannah, GAEp 18 -- Haunted Ybor City, FL-----Say hello!-----TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fabledcollectiveWebsite: https://www.fabledcollective.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabledcollective-----Join the community——Discord: https://discord.gg/Xjk5CpDPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollectiveMusic:Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Throughout the centuries and numerous cultures, superstitions surrounding black cats have varied. Are black cats lucky or unlucky? Some believe crossing a black cat to be fortunate, and others see it as an impending omen. Luck, it seems, is in the eye of the beholder.-----Say hello!-----TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@fabledcollectiveWebsite: https://www.fabledcollective.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fabledcollective-----Join the community——Discord: https://discord.gg/Xjk5CpDPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollectiveCover Image:Ernst Ludwig Kirchner, CC BY-SA 4.0 , via Wikimedia CommonsMusic:“An Awful Ending” by Spectacles Wallet and Watch https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/fQtBo94I24/Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

The story of Marie Lafarge reads like a gothic novel. A well-bred, attractive woman living in a mansion in the country, married to a man she doesn't love, sounds like a tale we'd all like to read. And read, people did. Her case was one of the first trials to be followed by the public through newspapers. She was the first person to largely be convicted due to direct forensic and toxicology evidence.Music:“A Hoax” by Mary Riddle: https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/YgEoWTVfYv/Ghostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

William Faulkner chooses an interesting title for his story about a woman confined to her past. The story is filled with many symbolic references, but none as interesting as its title. “A Rose for Emily” allows us to explore what the upcoming events may entail. The title symbolizes Emily’s superiority to the town, her choice of seclusion, and the ultimate fall of her sanity and life.Though a rose may have its bloom, it still has its thorns.Music:Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-previewLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Strange things were happening in Jonesville, LA, in 1938. Alice Belle Kirby was thirteen years old at the time and was described as having light wavy brown hair with grey-blue eyes. She was the seventh child of eight to farmers Leon and Mary Kirby.According to an article by the Madera Tribune, there were witnesses to Alice's ability to make tables move miraculously without effort and sometimes without touching them at all. She was able to make things float in the air, and she played the piano without touching it.Cover image from a newspaper clipping, shared here. Music:Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-previewLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Our ancestors lived in perilous times, not knowing what would happen from one day to the next. They faced sickness, death, and suffering—the likes of which we can only imagine today. One of the only ways they found to protect themselves was through rituals, the practice of doing things in a particular order. In the same way, certain practices became superstitions—a belief that doing things in a specific fashion would lead to either a positive or ill-fated result.These superstitions have passed on from generation to generation, sometimes for centuries, through word of mouth and folklore. They have become ingrained in our cultures, in our personal mythologies. We often don't even question where they came from or why exactly we practice them.Or perhaps you aren't a subscriber of superstitions, having chosen to allow the scientific and rational thinking of the era we live in to override those "old wives tales" that belong to a different time in history.Either way, their background is fascinating. And you may find yourself saying… Well, just in case.Music:Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-previewLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Robert Frost is one of the most widely respected and accomplished American poets of all time. His simple, yet profound, work has touched the minds and hearts of millions. His extraordinary use of language has offered numerous interpretations by readers, but a closer look at the poet's ideas helps in interpreting the underlying messages of his poetry. Careful analysis of Frost's poem "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" and the Romantic philosophies that influenced him, help in understanding how the poem's themes of civilization, wilderness, and responsibility were reflected in Frost's own life and beliefs.Music:Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-previewLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

If you've ever been into board games, chances are that you own or have owned a Clue game. Have you ever wondered about the history of it? As per usual, I’ve followed my curiosity and learned about the inventor of my favorite board game.Music:Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-previewLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

The Foley House Inn is one of the infamous historical places in Savannah, Georgia. Because of its dark history, tourists daily walk by the house on one of the city's many tours.Though lovely, it's not the architecture that draws the crowds but the story of the skeleton in its walls.Music:Nervous by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4118-nervousLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

In the early 1800s, crowds gathered to witness the fasting woman of Tutbury, Ann Moore. It seemed remarkable, impossible even, that a woman could live without sustenance for years. Certainly, such a thing couldn’t be possible. Or could it?Music:Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-previewLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Why are rabbit's feet considered lucky? And why do people say "rabbit, rabbit" first thing on the first day of the month? Find out more about the tradition, superstition, and folklore surrounding this bizarre, yet fascinating, practice.Music:Deep Relaxation Preview by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5726-deep-relaxation-previewLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse – 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Even the most lovely places can harbor ghostly pasts. The haunting tales of the Springer Opera House in Columbus, Georgia have spanned many years. Who roams the halls with the guests before performances? Who spooks the crew behind the stage? And who’s the girl on the balcony?Cover image in Public Domain, Wikimedia.Music:Relent by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4274-relentLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Decline by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3632-declineLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseGhostpocalypse - 6 Crossing the Threshold by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

The holidays are all about long-held traditions. But where did these traditions come from? And why did some of the old ones fade away? In this episode, we’ll explore how the Victorians shaped the way we celebrate Christmas today, and we’ll revive a tradition that I personally feel should make a comeback.Support the show; become a patron:https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollectiveMusic by Kevin MacLeod:- It Came Upon a Midnight Clear by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3931-it-came-upon-a-midnight-clearLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license- Private Reflection by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4241-private-reflectionLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license- Ghostpocalypse - 6 Crossing the Threshold Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Christmas is quickly approaching. A few weeks ago, I had the privilege of sitting down with my dear friend JL Gillham. We had a fun conversation about the villains of Christmas, exploring their folkloric backgrounds. We also discussed the first book in her Winter Wonderland Chronicles, Princess Claus and the Great Escape.Find JL Gillham on her website: https://www.jlgillham.com/readPrincess Claus and the Great Escape (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/39CKZjkWatch the videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsYYhqICZ0cW3rw6xyMPbuw/featured-----Fabled's Krampus Episode: https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/226450/2182241-krampus-a-christmas-nightmare.mp3?blob_id=6857498&download=trueSupport Fabled on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollectiveJoin Fabled's Mailing List: http://eepurl.com/glvr6X-----Cover Image by JL Gillham.Music: Holiday Weasel by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5517-holiday-weasel License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Folklore is usually a culmination of truth and fiction. It’s a sort of flavoring for a specific region—a mash of traditions, beliefs, and stories that are passed from one generation to the next. It can be difficult to pick apart because, with every new storyteller, there’s a new spin on the original. Multiply that by a hundred years or more, and what you get may scarcely resemble the seed of truth buried inside. Lore is obscure, its murky waters are fascinating to gaze upon… but is it safe to jump in? Perhaps a dive into the swampy waters is exactly what’s necessary to decipher the strange disappearance of David Lang, a man who vanished into thin air in Gallatin, Tennessee on September 23rd, 1880, and his bizarre connection to the disappearance of author Ambrose Bierce.Music:Trio for Piano, Cello, and Clarinet by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4547-trio-for-piano-cello-and-clarinetLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Ghostpocalypse - 6 Crossing the Threshold Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Shh… can you hear it? The woods are calling. There’s something mysterious about the woods, wouldn’t you agree? I remember one of my favorite things to do as a child was wander through the woods close to our house, and my best friend and I would treasure hunt in the woods behind her home. As children, we are incurably curious, which makes those wandering parts of our childhoods almost magical. As adults, we struggle to hold onto that kind of magic—the kind that stirs the butterflies and swirls our minds with fantasy. Often times, we seek out cliché adult activities that simply don’t fulfill that curious well, when what we really, really want is to feel that sense of wonder and amazement—we want to go back to a time when monsters lurked in the closet and fairies left gifts in the forest. We want to believe that the connection to the unknown, the supernatural, really does exist. That’s what motivated me to begin this podcast and to write the books I do. I believe that magic, that undeniable force of curiosity can be held onto as an adult. If only we seek, we will certainly find. We’re celebrating at Fabled Collective. Last week, we released our first anthology, Women of the Woods. I’ll be sharing my contribution to the book… “Of Fire and Ice” is a story about a beastly woman whose anger makes her infamous.WOMEN OF THE WOODS link: https://books2read.com/u/b6Z5WWSay hello on social media: IG: https://www.instagram.com/FabledCollective/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/FabledCollective/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FabledCollectivEpisode cover art by Amy Markham of Starling Creative:https://www.starlingcreativeliving.comMusic:Dark Times by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3611-dark-timesLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Ghostpocalypse - 6 Crossing the Threshold Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Snag yourself a pumpkin spice latte, y'all. It's finally fall. For many of us, autumn is a magical season. But why? What's the allure of fall? In this episode, we explore the psychology and love for the season. As if that isn't enough, we'll also discuss hygge and cozying your home and office.Say hello on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/FabledCollective/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FabledCollective/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FabledCollectivSupport the Show:https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollectiveMusic by Kevin MacLeod:· Dewdrop Fantasy Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/· Immersed Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/· Ghostpocalypse - 6 Crossing the Threshold Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Last episode, we discussed the life of Virginia Woolf, a feminist writer of the 20th century. In this episode, we’ll delve into A Room of One’s Own, a powerful lecture she delivered to group of young women from the Cambridge colleges of Newnham and Girton in 1928, compiled and published in 1929. In this summary and analysis of Virginia Woolf’s A Room of One’s Own, her groundbreaking (and often heartbreaking) work, we’ll discover what it was like for women who wrote fiction historically and during her lifetime. We’ll discuss Judith, the hypothetical sister of Shakespeare, Jane Austen’s mastery of the sentence, and Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre. In the end, we’ll talk about the primary things Virginia Woolf says are most important for any women hoping to create her best works of art.Research assistance by Whitney Zahar.Music by Kevin MacLeod and Epidemic Sound (paid licenses).Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Virginia Woolf was an English writer and one of the most influential figures of the 20th century. She had an uncanny ability to put deep, inner thoughts to paper. She wasn't afraid to experiment and encouraged her talented friends to do the same. Having lived through the first World War, Virginia embraced a new way of living and seeing the world. Though she lived an unconventional life, she left the world with some wonderful classics that transcend time.Research assistance: Whitney ZaharMusic by: Kevin MacLeod and Epidemic Sound (paid licenses)Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

We all grew up hearing the story of Rapunzel, the beautiful young maiden with long, golden hair, locked away in a tower until her prince came along. But the roots of the story, as with most fairy tales, are darker and even a bit bizarre. Was Rapunzel inspired by something historical? And what is the story really trying to say? Perhaps, Rapunzel isn’t the innocent princess we once imagined her to be…Promo: Nothing Ever Happens in CanadaMusic by Kevin MacLeod and Epidemic Sound (paid licenses).Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

In this episode, Josiah Coughran, host of The Darwin Awards Podcast, shares an experience he had in the Yucatan.Find Josiah and his podcast here:The Darwin Awards Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-darwin-awards/id1496912347Their YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtchcnCiY1yPnehGvoqGxhwTheir Website: Thedarwinawards.buzzsprout.comMusic: Kevin MacLeod and Epidemic Sound (paid licenses).Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)

Our homes are the places we learn, rest, grow, and love. It's protection from the outside world. It's our solace and our peace. It's where we create magnificent meals and share them with our families. It's where we fill the walls with inspirational quotes, books that inspire us, mementos from our travels… Our homes tell our stories.And sometimes that story is a haunting one…Music by Kevin MacLeod and Epidemic Sound (paid license).Follow us on social media:IG: https://www.instagram.com/FabledCollective/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/FabledCollective/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/FabledCollectivSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/FabledCollective)