Podcasts about varla ventura

Bryan Bowden once again filling in for Varla Ventura on Our Cryptid World. Bryan is a podcaster, experiencer, author and researcher of all things unknown. We took a trip into the cryptid world looking at the different sorts of sasquatch and dogman. The dangers are lurking in the forests and are we prepared for an acutal encounter.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.

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.

Anne and Ron are joined by bizarre author Varla Ventura to discuss Varla's Shadow Zine on a book that was supposedly written by the ghost of Mark Twain via the Ouija Board...

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.

Who decides what your life means? Where it is going? What do you give allegiance and authority to as you make decisions in your life? In this episode, I open with a quote from Enchanted Plants by Varla Ventura. I also mention my friend Katelyn's Podcast, That Pennsylvania Witch.And I close with a poem from Laura Tempest Zakroff's book, Weave the Liminal. Reach out to Eryn! Support the show

Bryan Bowden fills in for Varla Ventura on 'Our Cryptid World', a monthly special where we talk all things monsters. Bryan talks about his encounters with Bigfoot and Dogman, and how we can recognize when they are around. It's not for the faint at heart!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.

Varla Ventura is the author of six books on bizarre and freaky things, from the history of paranormal parlor games to vampires, banshees, and other creepy creatures of the fairy realm. She is a committed supernaturalist. She can be found lurking about in Minnesota's deep dark woods on the hunt for beastly things, hidden history, and graveyards. Visit her online at: www.varlaventura.netBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.

Varla Ventura is the author of six books on bizarre and freaky things, from the history of paranormal parlor games to vampires, banshees, and other creepy creatures of the fairy realm. She is a committed supernaturalist. She can be found lurking about in Minnesota's deep dark woods on the hunt for beastly things, hidden history, and graveyards. Visit her online at: www.varlaventura.netBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.

The ocean is vast, dark, and filled with creatures that defy explanation. In this episode, hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater dive into the eerie world of deep-sea oddities, from real-life cryptids lurking in the depths to the occurrences science has yet to unravel. Joining them is author and paranormal researcher Varla Ventura, who shares spine-chilling tales of legendary sea monsters. Grab your diving gear and let's gooo! Pre-order Varla Ventura's new book! https://www.varlaventura.net/ Strange Creatures & Oceanic Legends - Monsters Lounge Podcast Find all Monsters Lounge info and links here:  https://www.monstersloungepodcast.com/ https://linktr.ee/monsterslounge (and while you're there, RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW) Join us, and spread the word about the Cryptid Womens Society! https://cryptidwomenssociety.com/cws-tressa/ -Credit and a warm thank you to Jay Juliano for original theme music: Enter The Monster's Lounge -Special thanks to Dave Schrader and The Paranormal 60 network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Varla Ventura is the author of six books on bizarre and freaky things, from the history of paranormal parlor games to vampires, banshees, and other creepy creatures of the fairy realm. She is a committed supernaturalist. She can be found lurking about in Minnesota's deep dark woods on the hunt for beastly things, hidden history, and graveyards. Visit her online at: www.varlaventura.netBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.

The Angel Rock With Lorilei Potvin & Special Guest Varla Ventura

Varla Ventura is known as the Queen of the Cryptids, with her dark look into the monsters that haunt us. Varla is an accomplished, published author who takes deep dives into the world of witches, folklore, legends and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.

Come along for an enchanting episode as we descend into the bewitching world of changelings, sirens, and magical flora with renowned author and folklorist Varla Ventura. Discover legends and mystical stories that have shaped these supernatural beings and learn how enchanted plants play a role in the folklore of old. Hosts Jeni Monroe and Tressa Slater will transport you to realms where myth and reality intertwine.  Varla Ventura's website: https://www.varlaventura.net/ Changelings, Sirens, and Enchanted Plants - Monsters Lounge Podcast SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW This Show is Sponsored by BetterHelp - www.BetterHelp.com/P60 for 10% off your first month. Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to www.MintMobile.com/P60 Haunted Magazine - https://bit.ly/hauntedmagazine Tarot Readings by Winnie - www.darknessradio.com/love-lotus-tarot Find all Monsters Lounge info and links here: https://www.monstersloungepodcast.com/ https://linktr.ee/monsterslounge (and while you're there, RATE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW) -Credit and a warm thank you to Jay Juliano for original theme music: Enter The Monster's Lounge -Special thanks to Dave Schrader and The Paranormal 60 network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Accomplished author of the unknown, Varla Ventura returns for 'Our Cryptid World'. A lover of the darker side of the cryptid world, Varla loves to bring the stranger creatures to light, from vampires to mermaids and changelings.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.

My special guest is author Varla Ventura who's here to discuss her book called Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor.  Get it on Amazon.  From shimmering specters to mysterious tricks, Varla Ventura's Paranormal Parlor includes original supernatural tales, classic ghost stories, legends, hauntings, séances, superstitions, and death customs.  This book showcases a chilling collection of startling ghost stories as told to the author as well as legendary ghosts and haunted locations and an overview of the paranormal parlor games that rose to popularity in the Victorian and Edwardian eras. It also includes hidden history such as the story of Mark Twain's ghost, and the quiet horror writings of the architect who started the Gothic Revival movement.  Follow Our Other ShowsFollow UFO WitnessesFollow Crime Watch WeeklyFollow Paranormal FearsFollow Seven: Disturbing Chronicle StoriesJoin our Patreon for ad-free listening and more bonus content.Follow us on Instagram @mysteriousradioFollow us on TikTok mysteriousradioTikTok Follow us on Twitter @mysteriousradio Follow us on Pinterest pinterest.com/mysteriousradio Like us on Facebook Facebook.com/mysteriousradio

Accomplished author and cryptid researcher Varla Ventura returns with 'Our Cryptid World'. One of our most popular guests, Varla takes us through a journey of mystic monsters that we rarely hear about. She loves the darker side of the cryptid world, and her worlds romantically bring these creatures to life.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.

Accomplished writer, rearcher and author, Varla Ventura comes in for her monthly segment, 'Our Cryptid World'. This is where Varla will take us on a journey into the darker side of the monsters and legends that haunt us. You can find her books at varlaventura.net or any major book store.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.

Accomplished author Varla Ventura takes a look at the darker and stranger side of the paranormal and cryptid world. We take a look at whether or not 'tulpas' can be created by the human mind.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.

Varla Ventura is the author of six books on bizarre and freaky things, from the history of paranormal parlor games to vampires, banshees, and other creepy creatures of the fairy realm. She is a committed supernaturalist. She can be found lurking about in Minnesota's deep dark woods on the hunt for beastly things, hidden history, and graveyards. Visit her online at: www.varlaventura.netBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-x-zone-radio-tv-show--1078348/support.

SOR Dec 28 23 Our Cryptid World With Varla Ventura

SOR Dec 28 23 Our Cryptid World With Varla Ventura

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!

SOR Nov 30 23 Our Cryptid World With Varla Ventura

SOR Nov 30 23 Our Cryptid World With Varla Ventura

Varla Ventura is the queen of the cryptids, as she has dedicated her life on writing books about the cryptid sub-culture. She likes the darker side of the monsters from banshees and vampires to forest dwellers and mermaids. Her website is varlaventura.netBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/spaced-out-radio--1657874/support.

Varla Ventura is one of the top cryptid writers in our time. She's an accomplished, published author who writes about the darker side of the paranormal and supernatural world.

Author and the Queen of the Darkside of the Paranormal, Varla Ventura joins us to discuss the monsters among us. Tonight, we are going into our dreams, to see what nightmares mean, and how dreaming into strange and obscure scenes can really affect our daily lives.

George Noory and author Varla Ventura discuss the legends of Christmas ghosts and witches from around the world, the ghosts in Charles Dickens' famous "Christmas Carol" story, and why ancient cultures created the stories of these creatures.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Varla Ventura is an esteemed writer and researcher to the darker side of all things paranormal. Her vast collection of books can be found at any major book store or at varlaventura.net. She loves her monsters, legends and folklore which Varla brings monthly to the SOR audience.

Mon. Oct. 30th/23 Join Me Tonight on Halloween Eve, as I welcome Audience Fav Varla Ventura. Varla is an incredible author, having written books about the Paranormal, The Strange & Unusual, Vampires, Werewolves & many more as well as she is a lover of all things strange, hidden history and wild things! We're going to be chatting about all things related to creatures of the night & much more!!

Varla Ventura is a worldly author of the unknown. On this Halloween special, Varla takes a look at all the ghosts, ghouls and goblins that surround All Hallow's Eve.

SOR Sept 28 23 Our Cryptid World With Varla Ventura

SOR Sept 28 23 Our Cryptid World With Varla Ventura

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The esteemed Varla Ventura, author, researcher and paranormal princess, joins us for 'Our Cryptid World'. This monthly feature with Varla allows us to dig deep into the darker side of monsters, myths and legends. Her website is varlaventura.net.

Ron is joined by author and researcher Varla Ventura to talk about the strange and bizarre...

SOR July 27 23 Our Cryptid World With Varla Ventura

SOR July 27 23 Our Cryptid World With Varla Ventura

Varla Ventura is the Queen of the Cryptids. The famed author and researcher comes in to discuss what it's like to talk with the deceased through seances and intuitive gifts.

SOR June 29 23 Our Cryptid World With Varla Ventura

Monthly guest Varla Ventura returns for a night of high strangeness on 'Our Cryptid World'. Varla is an accomplished author and researcher whose books can be found in any major book store or on line at varlaventura.net

Varla Ventura is an accomplished author in the dark world of the paranormal and supernatural. Monthly, Varla comes in to talk about everything from witches and vampires to ghosts and goblins. Varla's website is varlaventura.net.

Acclaimed author Varla Ventura returns for her feature show, 'Our Cryptid World', where we will get into the darker side of the paranormal and cryptid world. Varla's website is varlaventura.net, and we'll chat with her about sea monsters, kraken, loch ness, mermaids and more.

The Queen of the Darkness, Varla Ventura, stops by to talk about the darker side of the cryptid world. Varla's books can be found at varlaventura.net. We are looking forward to hearing about shape shifters and if they exist.

Author and story teller, Varla Ventura is back for a look into the darker side of cryptids in a monthly segment we call 'Our Cryptid World'. Varla's books can be found at any major book store or on her website varlaventura.net.

Each month, we are proud to be joined by the Queen of Dark Cryptid world, Varla Ventura. The accomplished author is back to talk everything from paranormal to cryptid creatures. Her website is varlaventura.net.

Author Varla Ventura, the queen of the cryptids, returns for a special night of Christmas monster talk. Her website is varlaventura.net. Varla will break down some of the darker side of monsters lurking around Christmas

George Noory and author Varla Ventura explore her work documenting supernatural hauntings, share ghost stories and discuss paranormal parlor games, seances and ouija boards to communicate with the spirits of the dead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.