S1 Ep71: Ghost Lights

S1 Ep71: Ghost Lights

Author: Norfolk Folklore Society February 26, 2021 Duration: 42:29
Something a little different this week. Stacia and Siofra take a little look into the world of ghosts lights. They discuss the corpse candles of Wales, the Saratoga Lights in Texas and the fascinating phenomena of ball lighting.

Special thanks to illustrator Josh King who has create a wonderful series of illustrations for our next four episodes. We love his work. You can find him on Instagram at @jkillustrations and he has prints for sale on Etsy https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/JoshKingIllustration

Hosted by Siofra Connor and Stacia Briggs, the Norfolk Folklore Society podcast is a series of audio expeditions into the weird and wonderful layers of England’s most enigmatic county. Each episode is a deep dive, moving beyond well-trodden tales to uncover the living strangeness in the landscape-from whispered ghost stories in forgotten churches and encounters with elusive big cats in the fens, to the peculiar history of village witchcraft and modern accounts of lights in the Broads sky. The conversations feel like joining two deeply knowledgeable friends on a long walk down a muddy lane, where every crumbling wall or oddly shaped tree might have a story. This isn’t just about cataloguing the past; it’s about listening to how these old currents of belief, fear, and magic still ripple through the present. Whether you’re someone who instinctively scans a field for fairy rings or you simply enjoy a compelling, atmospheric story, this podcast offers a unique and grounded perspective. The tone is one of genuine curiosity and respect, treating each subject, no matter how uncanny, with thoughtful consideration. You’ll hear firsthand accounts, historical research, and lively discussion that connects ancient folklore to contemporary experience, all centered on the rich, eerie soil of Norfolk. It’s for anyone who suspects there’s more to a place than what appears on the map.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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S1 Ep40: White Shuck [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:44
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S1 Ep39: Sarah Hare [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:31
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Duration: 26:52
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