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From fairy tales to your garden, Enchanted Plants is an illustrated treasure trove of the lore and magic in the kingdom of plants. Take a walk through mystical, magical, and folkloric gardens and discover the plants and flowers that have captured our hearts and minds for centuries. From the baneful bog to the garden gate, plant lover and lover of the bizarre Varla Ventura brings together forgotten lore of plants for the ultimate romp through a botanical wonderland, including excerpts from fairy tales and a lively discussion of each plant's legendary magical and medicinal properties. Enchanted Plants is arranged by general environment:cultivated plants and edibles;toxic plants;meadowlands;the woods;marshes and swamps; andtropical plants.Each chapter contains a cultivated selection of plants, arranged alphabetically by popular common name, with additional information including botanical name, common names, folklore, ethnobotanical properties, magical and occult properties, and modern usage if applicable.Find the book and author:Book: https://www.amazon.com/Enchanted-Plants-Treasury-Botanical-Folklore/dp/1578638607Author: https://www.varlaventura.net/Varla A. Ventura is the author of several books, including Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm. As a lover of all things strange, Varla's interests extend into the weirdness and magic of the plant kingdom. With a deep fascination for folklore and medicinal plants, she has been studying herbalism and botany for more than thirty years. Her plant knowledge comes from a combination of experimentation, formal classes in botany, and working in the horticultural industry for fifteen years.

Mon. Apr. 7th/25 Varla is the author of numerous books, including her newest book “Enchanted Plants: A Treasury of Botanical Folklore & Magic”, as well as she has written the 3rd issue of “Shadow Zine Issue #3”. Other incredible books she has authored are: "Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings" and "Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm," as well as several other books on topics like mermaids, vampires, werewolves, banshees, freaky trivia and more. She is a lover of all things strange, hidden history and wild things. We're going to be talking about all Varla's latest projects, books, all things strange, unusual & much more!

Spirit Switchboard Episode #103 Date: April 11th, 2025 Topic: Magical & Medicinal Plants Guest: Varla Ventura This week on Spirit Switchboard welcomes writer, traveler and lover of the strange, Varla Ventura. Before you dive into your Spring planting preparations, tune in as Varla shares excerpts from her latest book, Enchanted Plants: A Treasury of Botanical Folklore & Magic. We will explore a variety of magical plants, including Datura, Deadly Nightshade, and Thistle, while also discussing bibliomancy and floramancy. Guest Bio: Varla A. Ventura is the author of several books, including Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm. As a lover of all things strange, Varla's interests extend into the weirdness and magic of the plant kingdom. With a deep fascination for folklore and medicinal plants, she has been studying herbalism and botany for more than thirty years. Her plant knowledge comes from a combination of experimentation, formal classes in botany, and working in the horticultural industry for fifteen years. She ran a retail nursery in Portland, Oregon, as well as in San Francisco, California, and operated her own landscaping business for more than ten years. She is also the botanical brain behind Rotten Botany, a website dedicated to unusual plants. When not writing, she can be found wandering around the Minnesota woods and tending her poison garden. Guest links: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/varla.ventura Website:https://www.varlaventura.net/ Host links: http://www.kerrilynnshellhorn.com https://linktr.ee/kerrilynn.shellhorn Message from Kerrilynn: I want to hear from you! I want to hear about your ghost stories, paranormal adventures and occurrences. I would also love your show suggestions to cover in the future. Email me at kerrilynn.shellhorn@gmail.com. If you enjoy the content on the channel please live, subscribe and share. My deepest gratitude to you all! A formal disclaimer: The opinions and information presented or expressed by guests on Spirit Switchboard are not necessarily those of the Host or the United Public Radio Network/UFO Paranormal Radio Network and its producers. As always Spirit Switchboard strives to hold space for open, respectful dialogue with show guests and listeners.

In this episode, Krish dives into the enchanting world of The Book of Secrets by Alex Dunne! Join Krish as he unravels the story of Cat Donnelly, an eleven-year-old girl with a rare gift known as "the Sight"—allowing her to see magical creatures. When fairies, Pookas, and ancient Irish myths come to life in her town, Cat must navigate a dangerous adventure to save her baby brother from the clutches of the Sídhe. This episode features a fun-filled chat with author Alex Dunne herself! Krish and Alex talk about what inspired the magical world of The Book of Secrets, the unforgettable mythical creatures like the Pooka, and the exciting next chapter in the series, The Harp of Power. Stream it now for a magical journey through Irish folklore and adventure!

Mon. Mar. 18th/24 Join Me Tonight as I welcome returning Guest & audience Favorite Varla Ventura. Varla the author of "Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings" and "Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm," as well as several other books on topics like mermaids, vampires, werewolves, banshees, freaky trivia and more. She is a lover of all things strange, hidden history and wild things. We're going to be talking about all things strange, unusual & much more!

Mon. Mar. 18th/24 Join Me Tonight as I welcome returning Guest & audience Favorite Varla Ventura. Varla the author of "Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings" and "Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm," as well as several other books on topics like mermaids, vampires, werewolves, banshees, freaky trivia and more. She is a lover of all things strange, hidden history and wild things. We're going to be talking about all things strange, unusual & much more!

Welcome to Episode 62! In this one, Brian talks about another classic arcade game that he wasn't quite down with, breaks down another home system from the 90s, and finishes up with thoughts from the road about another video gaming staple from his youth. If you would like to contact the show, you can send an email at arcadeaddictbrian@gmail.com or you can leave a voicemail for the show at 734-743-2433. The show also has a Facebook page (www.facebook.com/arcadeaddictbrian), and is also on Instagram (@arcadeaddictbrian), Twitter (@ArcadeAddict_B), and Tumblr (confessionsofanarcadeaddict.tumblr.com). You can help the show by leaving a five-star review wherever you listen to it, which helps other people find it. If you want to help the show directly, go to the anchor.fm/coaa page, and click on the Donate button. For as little as a dollar a month, you can help the show develop further as a podcast, as Brian uses those funds for things directly related to the show such as buying podcasting equipment, and funding arcade runs to new locations for him to review for the show. Hope to hear from you soon, and good gaming out there! RSS Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/4481fd0/podcast/rss Are You Experienced? – Dig Dug Home Systems – Atari Jaguar On The Road – June 5th, 2021: Bowl-O-Rama --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/coaa/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/coaa/support

Grab your spurs, it's time for some Celtic folklore! Pookas (phoukas, púcaí) are shape-shifters known for mischief, property damage, and enticing unsuspecting (and usually drunk) humans to take a terrifying ride on their back. They are also, coincidentally, the namesake of Christine's cat. TikTok & Instagram: @twoblackcatspod

Welcome to the beginning of the Blue Collar miniseries that explores the ordinary and dependable workers who somehow become the hero of their own arcade game. So it's time to pop some Pookas, fry some Fygars, and eat some dirt with everyone's favorite divorcé, Dig Dug.Is it ethical to euthanize nuisance animals from your garden by any means necessary? What did Namco's writers have against Taizo Hori? How much did Atari bank by licensing this strategic digging game?We also perform at 23andMe on Grimace, peddle some bootleg medical equipment, explore Jarrod's love for vicious ladybugs, and let the hate flow through us while discussing the Obi-Wan Kenobi series (caution: may contain minor spoilers).

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Welcome to the beginning of the Blue Collar miniseries that explores the ordinary and dependable workers who somehow become the hero of their own arcade game. So it's time to pop some Pookas, fry some Fygars, and eat some dirt with everyone's favorite divorcé, Dig Dug.Is it ethical to euthanize nuisance animals from your garden by any means necessary? What did Namco's writers have against Taizo Hori? How much did Atari bank by licensing this strategic digging game?We also perform at 23andMe on Grimace, peddle some bootleg medical equipment, explore Jarrod's love for vicious ladybugs, and let the hate flow through us while discussing the Obi-Wan Kenobi series (caution: may contain minor spoilers).

Join Morgana Calder and Joseph Hansen for a conversation with Varla Ventura the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances, and Tales of True Hauntings along with Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm. Find out more about Varla at varlaventura.net To learn more about Wyrd Realities check out our website at Wyrdrealities.net or follow us on social - you can find us using linktr.ee/wyrdrealities. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/wyrd-realities/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/wyrd-realities/support

VISIT US AT: https://www.creepyunsolved.com/SCARY Movie of the Week!!: https://amzn.to/3kdXrdI Varla's book "Among The Mermaids": https://amzn.to/2ZXiXfHWant to listen to GREAT Books and Podcasts on the go?!?! Try Audible!! : https://amzn.to/3mFrtc0 HAVE ENCOUNTER STORIES?? OR WANT TO REACH US?!LEAVE US A VOICEMAIL @ 814-320-3432OR SEND US AN EMAIL @ creepyunsolvedmedia@gmail.com or midnight_inthemountains@yahoo.comA BIG thank you goes out to our Patreon Members! and Supporters!Consider becoming a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/creepyunsolvedPlease leave us a REVIEW where ever you are listening from!Tonight's Guest:Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings. She is also the author of several other books on spooky-ooky stuff including: Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings; Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; and Among the Mermaids. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods, strolling through cemeteries, and tending her poison garden.  Visit her online and shop her new freaky parlor at: www.varlaventura.netThank you for your continued support and we hope to hear from you soon!!Show your support with a one time donation with buyusacoffee:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Creepyunsolvedinstagram: https://www.instagram.com/creepyunsolved/?hl=enyoutube: Creepy Unsolved#ad #Aff: Above are affiliated Amazon product links which means I may earn a small commission if used within 24 hours at no extra cost to you. Thanks!Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/creepyunsolved)

Varla Ventura returns to the show for a Halloween special! From the pages of her book 'Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances, and Tales of True Hauntings' we talk about the bizarre death rituals (like 'sin' eating off of corpse bodies!), origins of Halloween, Dia de los Muertos , REAL life vampires and much more! Join the chat and call in with your spooky Halloween story! Stay Strange!Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings along with Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm several other books on bizarre trivia and magical creatures. A lover of all things bizarre and strange, she spends her time lurking around lakes, diving for legends and sailing the seven seas in search of an elusive story. Learn more about Varla at www.varlaventura.net and her new store https://www.varlaventura.net/store-front/

The lusty vampire, the sympathetic werewolf, the tragic banshee...from the annals of forgotten folklore to the modern day hunt, this episode of facts and fictions showcases all manner of things that go bump in the night.Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings along with Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm several other books on bizarre trivia and magical creatures. A lover of all things bizarre and strange, she spends her time lurking around lakes, diving for legends and sailing the seven seas in search of an elusive story.https://www.varlaventura.net/Conflict Radio - Episode 90 Banshees, Werewolves & Vampires with Varla Venturahttps://conflictradio.net/

A fairy is a type of mythical being or legendary creature found in the folklore of multiple European cultures, a form of spirit, often described as metaphysical, supernatural, or preternatural. Is it real? Could there be more to the story than we have learned growing up? Let's find out.Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings along with Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm several other books on bizarre trivia and magical creatures. A lover of all things bizarre and strange, she spends her time lurking around lakes, diving for legends and sailing the seven seas in search of an elusive story.https://www.varlaventura.net/Conflict Radio - Episode 85 The Story of the Fairy with Varla Venturahttps://conflictradio.net/

Join us live, this Sunday 10/25 @ 7pmPT when Beyond The Strange guest paranormal researcher, author Varla Ventura returns to the show for a Halloween special! From the pages of her book 'Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances, and Tales of True Hauntings' we talk about the bizarre death rituals (like 'sin' eating off of corpse bodies!), origins of Halloween, Dia de los Muertos , REAL life vampires and much more! Join the chat and call in with your spooky Halloween story! Stay Strange!​Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings along with Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm several other books on bizarre trivia and magical creatures. A lover of all things bizarre and strange, she spends her time lurking around lakes, diving for legends and sailing the seven seas in search of an elusive story. Learn more about Varla at www.varlaventura.net and her new store https://www.varlaventura.net/store-front/

Join us live, this Sunday 10/25 @ 7pmPT when Beyond The Strange guest paranormal researcher, author Varla Ventura returns to the show for a Halloween special! From the pages of her book 'Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances, and Tales of True Hauntings' we talk about the bizarre death rituals (like 'sin' eating off of corpse bodies!), origins of Halloween, Dia de los Muertos , REAL life vampires and much more! Join the chat and call in with your spooky Halloween story! Stay Strange!​Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings along with Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm several other books on bizarre trivia and magical creatures. A lover of all things bizarre and strange, she spends her time lurking around lakes, diving for legends and sailing the seven seas in search of an elusive story. Learn more about Varla at www.varlaventura.net and her new store https://www.varlaventura.net/store-front/

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Part two of Beyond The Strange with guest author researcher and empath Varla Ventura continues their list of most haunted places to visit! It's the Bucket of Blood List PTII topics include The Belfast Grand Opera House, Key West Florida, including Robert the Doll, the shipwreck museum, Rose Haland more! Join us for a splendidly creepy episode, Stay Strange!Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings along with Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm several other books on bizarre trivia and magical creatures. A lover of all things bizarre and strange, she spends her time lurking around lakes, diving for legends and sailing the seven seas in search of an elusive story.

Author and researcher Varla Ventura joins Dave as they go over their favorite haunted places for future investigations. It’s the Bucket of Blood List PTI in this two part epsiode you won’t want to miss. Have fun listening and remember always stay safe, stay Strange, Hasta!Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings along with Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm several other books on bizarre trivia and magical creatures. A lover of all things bizarre and strange, she spends her time lurking around lakes, diving for legends and sailing the seven seas in search of an elusive story.

So far we’ve only talked about fairies in general, the common fairy. There are all sorts of fairies that inhabit the British Isles though - and once again they are wildly varied. Some are hideous, some are radiant; some vicious, some kind, some small, some… less small. The murderous little man chasing you down in our opening story (well done for taking him down btw, great work) bears little similarity to a member of the Tuatha de Danann and yet they are all part of the same category of mythical folk. In this episode we’ll be describing some of the different types of fairy in British folklore, their similarities and differences depending on region and figuring out the differences between the words that we use as synonyms - elf, fairy, pixie etcWe will be covering some of the most common types of household or guardian fairies, as well as some of the more sociable trooping fairies. So, what’s the difference between a pixie, a piskie and a pigsey? A brownie and a boobach? And how do their definitions in contemporary usage & fiction differ from the older records?Sources:'The Fairies in Tradition and Literature' by Katharine Mary Briggs'A Treasury of British Folklore: Maypoles, Mandrakes and Mistletoe' by Dee Dee Chainey'Strange and Secret Peoples: Fairies and Victorian Consciousness' by Carole G. Silver'The Folklore of Cornwall: The Oral Tradition of a Celtic Nation' by Ronald M. James'Celtic Myth and Religion: A Study of Traditional Belief' by Sharon Paice MacLeod'Ancient Legends, Mystic Charms, and Superstitions of Ireland' by Lady Francesca Speranza Wilde'British Goblins' by Wirt SikesFolklore Myths and Legends of Britain' by various, Reader's Digest'Sutton Companion to British Folklore, Myths and Legends' by Marc Alexander'Folklore of the Scottish Highlands' by Anne Ross'A Dictionary of the Sussex Dialect' by William Douglas Parish'Encyclopedia of Fairies in World Folklore and Mythology' By Theresa Bane'Popular Romances of the West of England' by Robert Hunt, 'The Encyclopedia of Celtic Mythology and Folklore' by Patricia MonaghanMusic:Teller of the Tales by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4467-teller-of-the-talesLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0Lost Frontier by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4004-lost-frontierGregorian Chant by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3825-gregorian-chantTheme: Nat Keefe with The Bow Ties - Dude, Where's My Horse

Tonight, we’ll read an 1888 excerpt titled T"he Banshee", written by D. R. McAnally Jr., and compiled later into a book called "Irish Wonders, Tales of Ghosts, Giants, Pookas, Demons, Leprechawns, Banshees, Fairies, Witches, Widows, Old Maids & Other Marvels of the Emerald Isle." -- Read by 'V'Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/snoozecast)

The Irish Folklore of the Pooka. Shape shifting fairy assholes that love to wreak havoc and cause mischief. What are these little fuckers? Are they good or bad? best way to take revenge on a child. All these questions answered and more on today's episode of the Nonsense Talk Podcast, Pookas.Follow us on SocialsInstagram @OfficialNonsenseTalkTwitter @NonsenseTalkPod-----------------------------------------Check Out My New Single "When I'm In My Feelings"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wu4ap4Gd3SICatch us on all major podcast streaming services including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Castbox.

https://www.lightingthevoid.comLive Weeknights 9 PM-Midnight PSTVarla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura’s Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances, and Tales of True Hauntings, out June 2018. She is also the author of five other books on spooky ooky stuff: Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; The Book of the Bizarre; Among the Mermaids; Beyond Bizarre and Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods and lakes of Minnesota on the hunt for beastly things and hidden history.https://varlaventura.net/Music By: Chronox at https://www.chronoxofficial.comGuitar By: Bundy

In this episode we are joined by Varla Ventura, the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings, as well as Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild & Wicked Enchanted Realm, along with several other books on spooky ooky stuff. Varla shares with us some fascinating information on Vamipires and the not so nice side of the fairy realm. We also learn that our skeptic, Brian had a serious interest in Vampires through college and his knowledge on the subject was much more extensive than Nicole and Lisa would have guessed. All this and more in episode 113! Varla's Website: https://varlaventura.net SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW: If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe in iTunes and leave us a 5 star review! This is what helps us stand out from the crowd and allows us to help people find a refreshing spin on spirituality with a great blend of entertainment and credible advice. And don't forget to follow us on Instagram, FB, Twitter, and Youtube. iTunes: http://apple.co/2ve7DtE YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD7hbQ2dS7NDuH265QJH3Lw SHARE: If you know someone who is awakening to their own spiritual journey and may have questions, please share our podcast with them as this entire show is dedicated to assisting everyone at any point along their path. SUPPORT: If you are interested in supporting our podcast and helping us to continue to be able to produce, enhance and expand the show for our audience then please send your support to our PayPal account or via Anchor or go to our website and check out our Merchandise Shop Where you can purchase merchandise that will allow you to express some spiritual humor. All profits go towards the show. PayPal: https://paypal.me/enlightenuppodcast Anchor: https://anchor.fm/enlightenup Merchandise: https://shop.spreadshirt.com/enlightenup CONTACT: For questions, comments or guest referrals please email us info@enlightenup.us or go to the Anchor app or website and send us a voice message. WEBSITE: https://www.enlightenup.us NICOLE FROLICK Website: http://www.inflexibleme.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/nicolefrolick/featured LISA WATSON: Website: https://www.lisaloveslove.com --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enlightenup/support

Live Mon-Fri 9 PM-Midnight PThttps://www.lightingthevoid.comVarla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura’s Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings, as well as Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild & Wicked Enchanted Realm, along with several other books on spooky stuff: She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods, lakes, streams and parlors on the hunt for beastly things and hidden history. Visit her online at: www.varlaventura.netMusic By: Chronox https://www.chronoxofficial.comGuitar By: Bundy

Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings. She is also the author of five other books on spooky ooky stuff: Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; The Book of the Bizarre; Among the Mermaids; Beyond Bizarre and Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods and lakes of Minnesota on the hunt for beastly things and hidden history. Varla Ventura is the author of Fairies, Pookas and Changelings; Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; Among the Mermaids; The Book of the Bizarre; and Beyond Bizarre. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods and lakes of Minnesota on the hunt for mushrooms, magical herbs, and the elusive little men of legend. varlaventura.net

Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura’s Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings. She is also the author of five other books on spooky ooky stuff: Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; The Book of the Bizarre; Among the Mermaids; Beyond Bizarre and Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods and lakes of Minnesota on the hunt for beastly things and hidden history.Varla Ventura is the author of Fairies, Pookas and Changelings; Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; Among the Mermaids; The Book of the Bizarre; and Beyond Bizarre. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods and lakes of Minnesota on the hunt for mushrooms, magical herbs, and the elusive little men of legend.varlaventura.net

Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura’s Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings. She is also the author of five other books on spooky ooky stuff: Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; The Book of the Bizarre; Among the Mermaids; Beyond Bizarre and Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods and lakes of Minnesota on the hunt for beastly things and hidden history. Varla Ventura is the author of Fairies, Pookas and Changelings; Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; Among the Mermaids; The Book of the Bizarre; and Beyond Bizarre. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods and lakes of Minnesota on the hunt for mushrooms, magical herbs, and the elusive little men of legend. varlaventura.net  

This month we’re reading Fairy Tales, Fables, Legends, Myths, and Folklore. We talk about the internet, oral stories, where to start reading superheroes, the problems with incredibly long books, and more! You can download the podcast directly, find it on Libsyn, or get it through iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, or your favourite podcast delivery system. In this episode Anna Ferri | Meghan Whyte | Matthew Murray | RJ Edwards Books We Read This Month (or tried to read…) A House of Pomegranates by Oscar Wilde The Happy Prince and Other Tales by Oscar Wilde Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A Complete Guide to the Wild and Wicked Enchanted Realm by Varla Ventura Transgressive Tales: Queering the Grimms Christmas Customs and Folklore: A Guide to Season Rites by Margaret Baker Hark! Podcast Jingle Bells written by James Lord Pierpont Wassailing Haxey Hood Boggans - Changeling: The Dreaming Snap-dragon (game) Zeus Grants Stupid Wishes: A No-Bullshit Guide to World Mythology by Cory O'Brien Here Comes a Chopper to Chop Off Your Head: The Dark Side of Childhood Rhymes and Stories by Liz Evers Ring a Ring o' Roses Contes et sortilèges des quatre coins du Québec Les grandes légendes du Québec : un tour du Québec en 25 récits traditionnels Eye of Newt and Toe of Frog, Adder's Fork and Lizard's Leg: The Lore and Mythology of Amphibians and Reptiles by Marty Crump Medusa's Gaze and Vampire's Bite: The Science of Monsters by Matt Kaplan Crash Course Mythology White as Milk, Red as Blood: The Forgotten Fairy Tales of Franz Xaver von Schönwerth translated by Shelley Tanaka and illustrated by Willow Dawson Willow Dawson’s website Contes du Nord illustrated by Kay Nielsen Kay Nielsen - 43 artworks Other Media We Mention Andrew Lang's Fairy Books PBS Idea Channel How is Slender Man Internet Folklore? What If?: Serious Scientific Answers to Absurd Hypothetical Questions by Randall Munroe What If? Website Links, Articles, and Things Kelpie: “malevolent water horses” Jack Zipes: “an American academic and folklorist who has published and lectured on the subject of fairy tales” Slender Man Creepypasta (just spooked myself out by watching some videos on Petscop…) Afrofuturism The crew of the Argo Folklore of Quebec Protein poisoning Russian Fairy Tales Baba Yaga Sonic the Hedgehog (Archie comic series) (Sonic News Network wiki) Transformers Wiki (read the image captions) Favourite Folklore/Fairy Tales The Girl Without Hands (The Handless Maiden) Vasilisa the Beautiful (girl sent to Baba Yaga’s hut) The Yule Lads Suggest a genre or book! Fill out the form to suggest a genre or book! Check out our Tumblr, follow us on Twitter or Instagram, join our Facebook Group, or send us an email! Join us again on Tuesday, May 21st when we’ll be discussing Books That Changed Our Lives and Books That Haunt Us! Then come back on Tuesday, June 4th when we’ll be talking about the genre of Supernatural Thrillers!

Let's brighten these cold, gray, gloomy days of February by resurrecting Halloween.    But then again, maybe we shouldn't brighten the days because it's more fun in the dark.   That is why VARLA VENTURA is our guest. She is going to enthrall us with her insights  into haunted hotels and hospitals and Laura Ingells Wilder's haunted home. We will hear  about how legends of mermaids have evolved. We are going to hear about a recently discovered  manuscript from Bram Stoker and other chilling vampire stories. Varla will give us insights into Pookas and changelings. Varla is well read in international paranormal tales and has studied  folklore abroad. She revels in how her experiences gives us the creeps. https://varlaventura.net

Let's brighten these cold, gray, gloomy days of February by resurrecting Halloween. But then again, maybe we shouldn't brighten the days because it's more fun in the dark. That is why VARLA VENTURA is our guest. She is going to enthrall us with her insights into haunted hotels and hospitals and Laura Ingells Wilder's haunted home. We will hear about how legends of mermaids have evolved. We are going to hear about a recently discovered manuscript from Bram Stoker and other chilling vampire stories. Varla will give us insights into Pookas and changelings. Varla is well read in international paranormal tales and has studied folklore abroad. She revels in how her experiences gives us the creeps.https://varlaventura.net

Let's brighten these cold, gray, gloomy days of February by resurrecting Halloween.    But then again, maybe we shouldn't brighten the days because it's more fun in the dark.   That is why VARLA VENTURA is our guest. She is going to enthrall us with her insights  into haunted hotels and hospitals and Laura Ingells Wilder's haunted home. We will hear  about how legends of mermaids have evolved. We are going to hear about a recently discovered  manuscript from Bram Stoker and other chilling vampire stories. Varla will give us insights into Pookas and changelings. Varla is well read in international paranormal tales and has studied  folklore abroad. She revels in how her experiences gives us the creeps. https://varlaventura.net

BEYOND the DARKNESS is going to the dogs today! Courage the telepathic Dog that is and his fantastic companion, Karen Rontowski share stories to amuse & amaze, Karen Rontowski is a traveler, comedian, tarot reader and paranormal investigator. Today she joins the boys to speak of Pookas, Fairies, Ghosts and Animal Spirit Communication. It is a light and breezy fun fare as we slide into the holiday week! Visit Karen here: https://www.karenrontowski.com/ Create a free account on BetOnline.AG and use the promocode “PodcastOne” to receive a 50% SIGN UP bonus. • Go online or use your Mobile phone to sign up today. And try in-game live betting where you can participate with all the action with every play. Use the promocode: PodcastOne for a 50% signup bonus and get your holiday shopping done early with their Refer a Friend Promotion! Betonline.AG. TRUE CASH from TRUECAR is something you need to check out for yourself. It has never been easier or faster to get a TRUE VALUE on your car and you can do it from the comfort of home at www.TrueCar.com Go to Eaze.com in California for your cannabis needs and eazewellness.com elsewhere for your CBD. And make sure to use to use the promocode : DARKNESS for $20 off your first delivery! Robinhood is an investing app that lets you buy and sell stocks, ETFS, options, and cryptos- all commission-free. Robinhood is giving listeners a FREE stock like Apple, Ford, or Sprint to help build your portfolio! Sign up at darkness.robinhood.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BEYOND the DARKNESS is going to the dogs today! Courage the telepathic Dog that is and his fantastic companion, Karen Rontowski share stories to amuse & amaze, Karen Rontowski is a traveler, comedian, tarot reader and paranormal investigator. Today she joins the boys to speak of Pookas, Fairies, Ghosts and Animal Spirit Communication. It is a light and breezy fun fare as we slide into the holiday week! Visit Karen here: https://www.karenrontowski.com/ Create a free account on BetOnline.AG and use the promocode “PodcastOne” to receive a 50% SIGN UP bonus. • Go online or use your Mobile phone to sign up today. And try in-game live betting where you can participate with all the action with every play. Use the promocode: PodcastOne for a 50% signup bonus and get your holiday shopping done early with their Refer a Friend Promotion! Betonline.AG. TRUE CASH from TRUECAR is something you need to check out for yourself. It has never been easier or faster to get a TRUE VALUE on your car and you can do it from the comfort of home at www.TrueCar.com Go to Eaze.com in California for your cannabis needs and eazewellness.com elsewhere for your CBD. And make sure to use to use the promocode : DARKNESS for $20 off your first delivery! Robinhood is an investing app that lets you buy and sell stocks, ETFS, options, and cryptos- all commission-free. Robinhood is giving listeners a FREE stock like Apple, Ford, or Sprint to help build your portfolio! Sign up at darkness.robinhood.com. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura’s Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings, out June 2018. She is also the author of five other books on spooky ooky stuff: Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; The Book of the Bizarre; Among the Mermaids; Beyond Bizarre and Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods and lakes of Minnesota on the hunt for beastly things and hidden history. Visit her online at: www.varlaventura.net

Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura’s Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings, out June 2018. She is also the author of five other books on spooky ooky stuff: Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; The Book of the Bizarre; Among the Mermaids; Beyond Bizarre and Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods and lakes of Minnesota on the hunt for beastly things and hidden history. Visit her online at: www.varlaventura

Varla Ventura is the author of Varla Ventura’s Paranormal Parlor: Ghosts, Seances and Tales of True Hauntings, out June 2018. She is also the author of five other books on spooky ooky stuff: Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night; The Book of the Bizarre; Among the Mermaids; Beyond Bizarre and Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings. She can often be found lurking about the deep dark woods and lakes of Minnesota on the hunt for beastly things and hidden history. Visit her online at: www.varlaventura.net

"if you think fairies are merely delicate beings who follow you about on gossamer wings , you are in for quite a shock; The kingdom of the fairy is one with vengeance, Thievery, trickery , and wild creatures. Consider yourself WARNED!'-Varla Ventura #fairies #pookas #changelings #author #book #paranormal

Paul & Ben welcome author and folklorist Varla Ventura for a journey into the odd world of fairies and their cousins. Ben has pointed out that the word 'fairy' invites disbelief, but that there is always a grain of truth in every ancient story or belief. Is there a deeper reality behind the stuff of children's stories?

Paul & Ben welcome author and folklorist Varla Ventura for a journey into the odd world of fairies and their cousins. Ben has pointed out that the word 'fairy' invites disbelief, but that there is always a grain of truth in every ancient story or belief. Is there a deeper reality behind the stuff of children's stories?

Hi all, right so great chat with Varla Ventura about her new book Fairies, pookas and changelins: A complete guide to the wicked and wild enchanted realm, and I must say its a great book to read, if you like interesting folklore tales she's really picked some great ones for this book, now we didn't just talk about the book we branched off into all sorts including werewolves and mermaids, if you like what you hear check out Varla's site and say hello, www.varlaventura.net Here are all our links, (don't forget to send us your stories) www.dontbreaktheoathpodcast.com/ dbtopodcast@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/456133334778499/

Mike and Varla have a nice chat about her books including Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings, Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires, and Other Creatures of the Night and more!

Mike and Varla have a nice chat about her books including Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings, Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires, and Other Creatures of the Night and more!

If you think fairies are merely delicate beings who follow you about on gossamer wings, you are in for quite a shock: the kingdom of the fairy is one of vengeance, thievery, trickery, and wild creatures. Consider yourself warned! Varla Ventura: https://varlaventura.net/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you think fairies are merely delicate beings who follow you about on gossamer wings, you are in for quite a shock: the kingdom of the fairy is one of vengeance, thievery, trickery, and wild creatures. Consider yourself warned! Varla Ventura: https://varlaventura.net/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight's guest Varla Ventura author of Fairies, Pookas and Changelings.

The three Pookas run away from a maniacal boy with an air pump in the arcade classic (that Kenny didn’t know about), Dig Dug.

Spirit Talk December 2016 Weird Christmas Stories and Christmas Traditions from around the World with Author Varla Ventura. Varla is the author of multiple books including “Banshees, Werewolves, Vampires and Other Creatures of the Night”, “Among the Mermaids”, and “The Book of the Bizarre and Beyond Bizarre”. Her forthcoming book, “Fairies, Pookas, and Changelings: A […]