In this week’s episode, Sammy dives into an adorably disturbing lore: Kappas. As the Ryer Vineyard is sipped, the ladies read a Mothman listener lore, beg for Bigfoot The Musical tickets, and participate in a lore-based drinking game. So grab your favorite cabernet sauvignon and watch your butt, Ladies Who Throw Cucumbers will have you swimming with metal objects from now on. TW: death, drowningSources:“Introduction to Yōkai” by Matthew Meyer on Yokai.com  “Kappa” by Matthew Meyer on Yokai.com “Meet the Kappa: Japan's Enigmatic Aquatic Yokai” by Nana Young on Bokksu.com““Kappa”: The Terror of Japan’s Rivers” by Kagawa Masanobu on Nippon.com“Kappa” by The Tokyo Smart team on Tokoyo Smart“Yōkai and Amabie” by Trevor Graham on Japanhouse.Illinois.edu“Edo Period” by Graham Squires on World History Encyclopedia “The Japanese Kappa: The Mischievous Water Demon’s Mythology” by Kim Kahan on Sakuraco “Kappa” by Matthew Allison on World History Encyclopedia“Nintendo Mythology: Mystic Creatures” by Kyle England on Nintendojo.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay kicks off Valentine’s week with the cosmic workings of the heart: Soulmates. As The Better Half is poured, the ladies share past life stories and book recs, confuse doves with camels, and decide which finger is the best. So grab your favorite crisp Sauvignon Blanc and dodge your twin flame, Ladies Who Find Each Other in Every Life will have you falling in love with yourself in no time.TWGun violence, deathSources:Amanda Chatel. The concept of “the one” isn’t only outdated, it’s also rife with patriarchy. Women.comBeth Bell. (2025). Are soul mates & twin flames the same? Medium.Bradley Onishi. What’s behind the belief in a soulmate? Institute for Family StudiesDavid Fox. What is a twin flame? “Truth & myth.” Uma Maya Blog.John French. (2025). The concept of soul mates in Hinduism: A spiritual and karmic connection. Twin Flame Research.Katie Bishop (2022). Why people still believe in the soulmate myth. BBC.Maria Popova, Anam Cara and The Essence of True Friendship, The MarginalianSoul mates or twin flames? What’s the difference? MediumSuhag Shukla, Karma Lekshe Tsomo and Rabbi Sharon Brous. What it means to have a soul mate in different religions. Oprah.comSwati. (2018). The physical & spiritual concept of soulmates in Hinduism. Vedic Feed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie takes the ladies on a stroll through Waco’s most haunted area: Cameron Park. As the Digia is sipped, the ladies learn about the moon’s many names, hunt for old newspapers, and make their best Valentine cryptid puns. So grab your favorite Italian red and watch where you wander, Ladies Who Join a Bicycle Club is sure to give you all the chills.TW:Death, suicideSources:“The Texan Hauntings of Cameron Park” on Moon Mausoleum“The Hauntings - Ghost stories from Waco” by Austin Eck on Baylor Lariat“Cen-Tex Mysteries: Witch’s Castle in Cameron Park” by Jasmin Caldwell on Kcentv“The Truth Behind The Witch’s Castle Found in Central Texas” by Rudy Fernandez on Kean 105.1 FM“Lovers’ Leap” by Prisca Bird on Waco History“Cameron Park: A Park to Rival All Others” on City of Waco“About Waco” on City of Waco“Ghostly APParitions: Testing popular ghost hunting apps around some of Waco’s most haunted places” by Isabella Quintanilla on  KWTX. “Waco’s Haunted Heritage (pt.4)” by Autumn Jones on KWBU Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy tells the tale of a truly iconic cryptid: Mothman. As the Malbado is sipped, the ladies learn of a man who befriended crows, give tarot card alignment tips, and gush over romantasy. So grab your favorite Argentinian red and look up, Ladies Who Have No Necks will have you searching for the shadow daddy of West Virginia all year long.TW:Death, drowningSources:“Mothman” by Staff on ebsco.com “Mothman myth rooted in Messenger reporter's work” by Tyler Buchanan on The Athens Messengerary“Welcome To The 'TNT Area,' Home Of The Mothman” by Claire O’Neill“The Case Of The Chicago Mothman” by Robbie Telfer50 years ago, the Mothman legend was born” by Samantha Nelson on Athens MessengerThe True Story Behind The Mothman of West Virginia “by staff at US Ghost AdventuresThe Entire Mothman Museum Website For Chicago Stories: The Mothman of O'Hare: Winged Humanoid Sightings Haunt Chicago's Skies by Jack Sullivan on hangar1publishing.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode Lindsay teaches the ladies about the deliciously dark side of the French Court: The Affair of Poisons. As It’s a Head Snapper is poured, the ladies cackle about cryptid puns, gush over Bigfoot T-shirts, and discuss the psychology of crime. So grab your favorite red blend and watch your back, Ladies Who Cover Their Drinks will have you yearning for a magic lamp to take you back in time.If you want cryptid pins, magnets, and stickers, go to Dissent Pins and use code LOREPOD20 to get 20% off of their cryptid line!TWDeath, murder, harming childrenSources:Frost, Natasha. “The Scandalous Witch Hunt That Poisoned 17th-Century France.” Atlas Obscura, October 5, 2017.“Catherine Monvoisin and the Affair of the Poisons.” HeadStuff.“Catherine La Voisin: Poisons and Magic at the Royal Court of Louis XIV.” ScienceDirect. (Chapter in Toxicology in the Middle Ages and Renaissance).“Who Was La Voisin? France’s Socialite Poisoner For Hire.” Ancient-Origins.Roos, Dave. “Sorcery, Sex and Murder: The Parisian ‘Affair of the Poisons’ Had It All.” HowStuffWorks, April 10, 2023.“La Voisin, France’s murderous fortune teller.” Occult Encyclopedia.“The Parisian Poison Panic and Versailles’ Secret Witch Hunt.” Messy Nessy“The Affair of the Poisons.” Britannica.“La Voisin | Encyclopedia.com.” “Poisons, Affair of the.” Encyclopedia.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The ladies are back for season two! To start the season, Jessie leads the ladies around the world with a celestial lore that has stunned communities for ages: The Aurora Borealis. As the Giant Sky is sipped, the ladies ponder their past lives, share more Bridgewater Triangle stories, and name their cousins. So grab your favorite Sauvignon Blanc and try not to get hives, Ladies Who Burst Into Light will have you looking up all night.TW:Death, slight goreSources:“Mythology of the Northern Lights” on Aurora Zone“History of the Northern Lights: myths and legends” by on Hurtigruten“15 Myths and Folktales About the Northern Lights” by WWF on Natural Habitat Adventures“Northern Lights Myths” on Norwegian Travel“Legends of the northern lights” by Katherine Barton on CBC NewsSpirits in the sky: the stories and science behind the Northern Lights by Leanne Williams on insightful“The Southern Lights in Patagonia: by Cascada Team Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy shares the legend of Massachusetts’s most mysterious location: The Bridgewater Triangle. As the JUSTIN Rosé is poured, the ladies discuss New Year’s resolutions, gush over bing cherries, and learn about the symbolism for pretzels. So pour yourself a glass of your favorite Rosé and keep your eye on the sky, Ladies Who Learn Geometry will have you putting on your hiking gear in no time.TW: suicide, death, murderSources:“What is the Bridgewater Triangle anyway? A look at the dark and paranormal tales of this 'window area of unexplained occurrences'” by Susannah Sudborough on The Enterprise“King Philip’s War” by Editors at History.com“Native American Legends: Pukwudgie (Puckwudgie)” by staff at native-languates.org“The problem with the pukwudgies of Massachusetts” by andrew warburton on fairiesofnewengland.com“It Happens Here: A look at the 'weirdness' of the Bridgewater Triangle” by breana pitts on cbs news“Bridgewater Triangle” by staff at bostonghosts.com“This Spooky Region Of Massachusetts Is An Eerie Hotspot For Paranormal Adventurers” by Lisa Curran Matte on EXPLORE“The Bridgewater Triangle: New England's Paranormal Playground” by staff at cryptozootees.com“Bridgewater Triangle” by staff at usghostadventures.com“Bridgewater Triangle and Hockomock Swamp” by staff at Bridgewater Public Library“Do Certain Crystals Attract Cryptids?” by staff at southernstylessweettees.com “Episode 209: The Bridgewater Triangle” by True Crime New England Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s holiday episode, the ladies tell tales from around the world to bring some lore to this festive time: Amaterasu, Yule Cat, and real life ghost stories. As the stories are passed, the ladies rediscover the power of friendship, struggle to pronounce words, and share Christmas tree ghost stories. So pick your favorite Yuletide carol and get ready to sing a cappella, Ladies Who Become Yule Lads will have you smiling all season long. TWDeath, lossSources:“The Spooky Legend of the Yule Cat” from Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge“Each Christmas, Iceland’s Yule Cat Takes Fashion Policing to the Extreme” by Danny Lewis from Smithsonian Magazine“Keep Your Holidays Spooky with These 10 Christmas Ghost Stories that Happened to Real People” by Cody Fuhrman on codyloveshorror.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay shares the tale of everyone’s favorite alpine tricksters: Elves. As the Gruner Veltliner is sipped, the ladies praise Eurovision, find their place on the scale between Keebler Elf and Legolas, and ask hard hitting questions like: what’s the difference between gruel, porridge, and oatmeal? So grab your favorite Austrian Veltliner and keep an eye on your cow, Ladies Who Save Christmas will have you thanking your house spirits in no time. Sources: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You've unlocked another Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to a topic we've touched on before. In this week's episode, Jessie guides you through befriending your neighborhood crows. With a mini deep dive into crow symbolism and familial dynamics, you'll leave this episode racing to the grocery store to pick out the perfect seeds. If you have any stories about befriending crows, let us know at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com.Sources:“How to Make Friends With Crows and Earn Their Trust” by Kathleen Joyce on PetHelpful“Did Crows Actually Make These Gifts for the Human Who Feeds Them?” by Jillian Mock on Audubon.org“Crow Symbolism: Exploring Ancient Myths and Modern Interpretations” on BirdFact Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie leads the ladies down a rabbit hole of one of the world’s greatest unsolved literary mysteries: The Voynich Manuscript. As Spells and Stories is sipped, the ladies gush over Paranormal Activity the play, create some playful puns, and try to solve a conspiracy. So grab your favorite encrypted Red Blend and your best de-coder, Ladies Who Become Investor-Gators will have you up until 4 am trying to solve the riddle.Sources:“Lost Language, Code or Hoax? Why the Voynich Manuscript Still Stumps Experts” by Stephanie Pappas on Live Science“Why the Voynich Manuscript May Be the World’s Most Mysterious Book” by Dave Roos on History.com“Top 10 Intriguing Theories About the World’s Most Mysterious Book” by Mike L on Medium“The Voynich Manuscript: Theories, Both Crackpot and Legitimate” by Madison Taylor on Medieval Codes“Faithful friar or scientific sorcerer?” by Richard Oosterhoff on Christian History InstituteReddit Thread “What are your theories on the Voynich manuscript?” Comment by a User that has since deleted Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our 50th episode, Sammy leads the ladies on a hike they might not return from due to a creepy cryptid: The Hidebehind. As the Gnarled Vine is poured, the ladies consult the produce calendar, debate Slender Man’s level of hairiness, and gush over job lore. So grab your favorite Cabernet Sauvignon and don’t get distracted in the woods, Ladies Who Disappear in the Woods will have you never wanting to leave the couch again! Happy Thanksgiving to our listeners! We are endlessly grateful for you. Good luck with the family ;)TWHorrorSources:“The Hidebehind” by HolisticJB on beastsoflegend.com“Hidebehind: American Lumberjack Monster Folklore” by Jeff O’Connor on connectparanormal.net“Call of the Cryptid: The Hidebehind, a fearsome cryptid of American folklore” by Wade Wainio on MSN.com“What is known about the hide behind? Is it true that people have seen it?” Answer by Asrthak Khatri on QuoraFearsome Critters, Written by Henry H. Tryon • Illustrated by Margaret R. Tryon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special A Closer Look Episode, the ladies share their spooky tales from their tour at the worlds most haunted ship, The Queen Mary after diving deep into its history on Episode 45 "Ladies Who Go on a Ghostly Voyage".If you have been to The Queen Mary and have any chilling stories or photos from your time on the ship, email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with any stories or photos! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay opens the storybook and tells an often forgotten unsettling fairytale: Bluebeard. As the Quail Oak is poured, the ladies open doors they shouldn’t, gush over colorful beards, and recount their favorite Taylor Swift music videos. So grab a yearless sauvignon blanc and try to find the moral of this twisted tale. Ladies Who Dye Their Beards will ensure you never ignore the ick again.TW:Death, gore, murderSources:Estés, C. P. (1992). Women Who Run With The Wolves. Ballantine Books.Perrault, C. (1886). The Story of Blue Beard. Project Gutenberg.Bone and Sickle. Conomor the Accursed. Bone and Sickle.Worderist. The Mixed Up Morality of Bluebeard. Worderist.Tales of Faerie. The Issue of the "Moral" in Bluebeard. Tales of Faerie.Crawford, L. Bluebeard: Why the Grimmest of Fairytales is Still All-Too-Relevant. BBC.Sur La Lune. Bluebeard Related Tales. Sur La Lune.Fairy Tales with Jen. The History of Bluebeard. YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie gives the ladies nightmares with tales of: The Rake. As the Martin’s Rake is poured, the ladies have telepathic dreams of ghost children, gush over Heidi Klum’s Medusa costume, and strengthen their hive mind with Lindsay’s return! So grab the nearest rosé and don’t look at the edge of your bed, Ladies Who Watch You Sleep will have you securing your eye mask extra tight tonight. TWSuicide, death, horrorSources:“The Rake” by Bryan Somerville on Creepypasta Wiki“The Rake” by Lizsower13 on Ghosts in the Burbs“Based on a True Story” by Jacob Geers on Culture CrushA TikTok video by Babysyd91 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special Halloween episode, Sammy takes the ladies back to the start of all Halloween festivities: Samhain. As the Misfits and Mavens is poured, the ladies tell scary stories of a jealous ghost, discuss lucid dreaming in cloud cities, and bob for apples (for love, of course). So grab your spookiest Pinot Noir and don your costumes, Ladies Who Celebrate Fire Festivals will have you eager to share fun facts at every party. NOTE: Jessie’s mic and video cut out with 20 minutes left. We did the best we could, but technology put up a good fight.“Samhain” by Editors on History.com“Wheel of the Year” by Anon on thenewpagan.wordpress.com“Who Were the Druids? Demystifying the Mystics of the Ancident Celtic World” by I.E. on Irish Myths“6 Halloween Rituals Rooted in the Ancient Celtic Festival of Samhain” by I.E. on Irish Myths“What Is Samhain? (Definition and Etymology)” by I.E. on Irish Myths“Halloween 2025” by Editors on History.com“Samhain to Soulmass: The Pagan origins of familiar Halloween rituals” by Beverley D’Silva on BBC“A Brief History of Samhain: When (and Where) Did Halloween’s Celtic Predecessor Get Its Start?” by I.E. on Irish Myths“Spirits of Samhain: Irish mythical creatures that haunt us on Halloween” by staff on Ireland.ie“About Puca” by staff at Puca halloween FestivalUncover Halloween's origins in Ireland by staff at Ireland.comSome divination and rituals with apples:https://mossandmagic.com/apple-magic-rituals-and-spells-using-the-fruit-of-the-season/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes the ladies on a trot with one of Halloween’s spookiest stories: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and The Headless Horseman. As the Doc’s Cider is sipped, the ladies fawn over trombones, decide the difference between Georges and read an excerpt from Julie Peters’ witchy new book. So grab your favorite cider and hold on to the reins, Ladies Who Lose Their Heads will surely have you stopping in Sleepy Hollow in no time.Sources:Irving, Washington. The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Project Gutenberg.“Sleepy Hollow & The Haunted Hudson.” American History Hit, podcast, October 31, 2022“The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Wikipedia, last modified October 21, 2025.Kellermeyer, M. Grant. “The Truth Behind the Legend: Historical Inspirations for Irving’s Horseman-Haunted Sleepy Hollow.” OldStyleTales, September 4, 2018 (updated November 21, 2023).“Beyond Sleepy Hollow: Other Headless Horsemen.” Notebook of Ghosts, January 15, 2023.Wiggins, Steve A. “Naming Sleepy Hollow.” Steve A. Wiggins, July 13, 2025.“Headless Horseman Bridge.” and other excerpts from Visit Sleepy Hollow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie takes the ladies aboard one of America’s most haunted ships: The Queen Mary. As the Spyglass is sipped, the ladies fight off curses, try out new Oktoberfest contraptions, and refuse to make their beds. So grab your favorite cabernet sauvignon and ready your sea legs, Ladies Who Go on a Ghostly Voyage will have you cackling and cowering all at the same time. TWDeath, murder, suicideSources:“Hauntings of the RMS Queen Mary” Uncredited at US Ghost Adventures“We Tried It: I Spent a Spooky Night Aboard the Queen Mary — One of the Most Haunted Hotels in America” by Julie Jordan for People Magazine"There's Something about Mary (but It's Not What You've Heard)" by Chris Perley on Skeptical Inquirer"My Family Spent The Night on the Most Haunted Ship in the World. This is What Happened" by Rina Nehdar on L.A. Family Travel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, the ladies celebrate their one year birthday with trivia, creepy pastas, and superlatives. As the champagne flows, the ladies gab about their fondest haunted experiences, test their knowledge on lore, and share their birthday presents with you! So get your party hat and your favorite glass of bubbly, Ladies Who Turn One, will have you giggling all day long.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy starts the fall season off strong with the reason behind everyone’s favorite decor: Jack o’Lanterns. As the Pumpkin Spice is sipped, the ladies get inspired by fall candles, romanticize male friendship, and read another listener lore. So grab the nearest fall-themed Chardonnay and break out your carving kit, Ladies Who Try PSLs will have you yearning for your 500th rewatch of Halloweentown in no time.Sources:“How Jack O’Lanterns Originated in Irish Myth” by staff on History.com“Stingy Jack and the History of the Jack-o’-Lantern” by Les Hewitt on Historic Mysteries“The Jack-O-Lantern’s Origins” by Andrew Huntley on Carnegie Museum of Natural History“The Legend of Sean na Gealaí/Stingy Jack: From Mischievous Crook to Piteous Spook” by Helen de Búrca on Gaelchultúr.com“Stingy Jack and the Birth of the Jack O'Lantern” by Anon on Saints & Scholars“Heaviest jack o’lantern” by Staff at Guiness World Records“Illinois is the nation’s leading pumpkin producer. Here’s why” by Anna Koh on IPM News“The Jaw-Dropping History of the Jack-O’-Lantern: A Tale of Turnips, Samhain, and Severed Heads” by I.E. on Irishmyths.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay touches on everyone’s favorite misunderstood dark magic: Curses. As the Black Girl Magic is sipped, the ladies lament about high school reunions, reinvent trademarking, and call upon the power of Etsy witches. So grab your favorite sparkling brut, and don’t add to the curse counter, Ladies Who Won’t Put a Spell on You will be sure to have you watching your lungs and liver in no time.Sources:Bernstein, M. H., Blease, C., Locher, C., & Brown, W. A. (2024, February 16). The nocebo effect: History and contemporary applications. Mayo Clinic Press.Wikipedia contributors. (2025, September 21). Apotropaic magic. Wikipedia.Stavrou, A. (2025, April 30). Archaeologists unearth lucky penis pendant near Hadrian’s Wall. The Independent.Education.com. (n.d.). Curses: What are they and are they real? Education.com.Ancient Origins. (2019, April 25). Ancient curses: Five ways to create calamity in the ancient world. Ancient Origins.Stack Exchange. (2016, April 9). Why are curse words called "curse" words? English Language & Usage Stack Exchange.Connect Paranormal Blog. (n.d.). Curses and hexes in history. Connect Paranormal Blog.No Longer Lukewarm. (2020, April 26). Word curses are real: Speak life & not death. No Longer Lukewarm.Snarky Lisa. (2025, March 1). How to curse someone (with high efficacy). Medium.Laitner, M. (2013). The Kennedy curse. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform.Bible Study Tools. (n.d.). Are there generational curses? What the Bible teaches on the subject. Bible Study Tools. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us back to school with Nigeria’s scariest teacher: Madame Koi Koi. As La Belle Angele is poured, the ladies gush over merch, giggle about slumber parties, and pressure their peers into eating butter sandwiches. So grab your favorite Syrah and don’t leave the dorm at night, Ladies Who Want Their Shoe Back will have you hiding under the covers all night long. TW:Child abuse, death, horrorSources:“Beauty hurts: Madam Koi Koi” by JM Plumbley on Monster Meet“Nigerian Myth #2: The Story of Madam Koi Koi” by simisola2 on steemit“Madam koi koi” by rain_girlll on Reddit“Lady Koi Koi: The Red-Heeled Ghost of Nigeria” by Hector Navarro on Factschology “The Story Behind KO..KO..KA (A Yoruba Mythological Story” by dave7658 on Hive Blog“Yoruba Dream Symbols” from The Adventure of Akin Blog “Historical and Sociocultural Relevance of Royal ‘Ahenema’ sandals in Asante Culture” from Exploring Visual Cultures by Osuanyi Quaicoo Essel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy explores one of the internet’s favorite creepy pastas: the Backrooms. As the Hall is poured, the ladies desire new witchy bathroom decor, share their weekly menty-bs, and yearn for spooky Mario Kart. So grab the nearest Sauvignon Blanc and choose the right path, Ladies Who Walk Through Liminal Spaces will have you second guessing your office space in no time.TWSlight horrorSources: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special Closer Look episode, the ladies sit down with the award-winning team behind Hulu's newest documentary, Blood and Myth: creator James Dommek Jr. and director Kahlil Hudson. Adapted from the wildly successful Audible series Midnight Son, Blood and Myth follows James' journey in his Alaskan town when a respected Iñupiaq actor (Teddy Kyle Smith) becomes a fugitive after a series of violent crimes. Upon his arrest, Teddy claims that the Iñukuns, mythical humanoids of his culture, influenced him to do it. As the conversation flows, Kahlil and James regale the ladies with tales of how they were able to skirt the legal system and sit down with Teddy in jail, how the Alaskan wilderness became a main character in their folklore, and their run-ins with the Iñukuns. In this exciting discussion of folklore, empathy and returning to your roots, the ladies were left in awe and with the strange feeling that maybe the Iñukuns aren't so mythological after all...Blood and Myth streams on Hulu September 4th. Make sure you let the ladies know what your thoughts at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay hilariously depresses the ladies with details of what’s to come: The biblical apocalypse. As the Apothic Inferno is poured, the ladies praise children’s cartoons, get mad at Isaac Newton, and protect all the red cows. So gather your survival kits and meet us at the lake of fire, Ladies Who Plan for the End, will have you smiling through the fear in no time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie gives life to one of the scariest artifacts in paranormal history: Annabelle, the doll. As the Magic Box is sipped, the ladies practice their yeast screams, justify their fears of Ouija Boards, and learn of a surprising tie in to a controversial comedian. So grab your favorite red blend and the nearest holy water, Ladies Who Are Not Mocking You is sure to leave you censoring your thoughts and checking your rear view mirrors.TWSudden deathSources:“Meet the Real Haunted Doll Behind ‘Annabelle’” by Katie Serena on All That’s Interesting“What is the Annabelle Doll and Why Are People So Convinced it’s Haunted?” by Becca Wood on Today“Annabelle The Haunted Doll” Uncredited on bostonghosts.com“My Life Turned into a Nightmare After Meeting the Real Annabelle Doll” by Marisa Martinez on Wicked Horror“Real ‘Annabelle’ story shared by Lorraine Warren at Milford’s Lauralton Hall” by Pam McLoughin on New Haven Register“10 Facts About Famed Paranormal Investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren” by Adam Hunter on Mental Floss“Comedian Matt Rife Reveals He Is Now Guardian of the ‘Haunted’ Annabelle Doll After Purchasing Paranormal Investigators’ Connecticut Home” by Kelsi Karruli on realtor.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy takes the ladies on a wild ride through the happiest place on Earth: Disneyland! As the Forever Young is poured, the ladies struggle through minor concussions, pitch the hottest new movie, and discuss all things named Kevin. So get your Fast Pass, a fresh churro, and some Disney spirit, Ladies Who Must Be 40 Inches Tall to Ride will have you searching for your favorite new ghosts on your next trip!TW: DeathSources:YOUTUBE VIDEO: “5 DISNEYLAND GHOSTS Caught On Video” by WOWsoAmaze on Youtube (https://youtu.be/OT-mUZxjdWE?si=AzzjtkGfN4VHlPnl)"Here’s How a Four‑Page Contract Started The Walt Disney Company" by Anon on The Walt Disney Company“Walt Disney’s Laugh‑O‑grams, 1921‑1923" by Russell Merritt and J.B. Kaufman on Silent Film Festival"Hollywood Cartoonland: Walt Disney's Alice Comedies" by Lucas Seastrom on waltdisney.org"Why Alice Changed The Fate of Disney Forever" by Anon on The Disney Classics"About Walt Disney" by staff at D23 on D23.com"Disney Worker Recounts Ghostly Experience on 'Haunted' Children's Ride" by Kathleen Joyce on WanderWisdom "Haunted Winnie the Pooh Ride at Disneyland" by knmckeon on USC Digital Folklore Archives"Is the Most Haunted Ride at Disney Hiding in Plain Sight?" by Eva Miller on Inside the Magic "Home – 21 Royal – Disneyland" by staff at 21 Royal Disneyland on 21royaldisneyland.com"8 Secret Places Only Cast Members Know About in Disneyland" by Robin Burks on AllEars.Net"10 Disneyland Urban Legends, Some Of Them True" by Juliet Bennett Rylah on LAist "How a Strange Rumor of Walt Disney’s Death Became Legend" by Dr. Howard Markel on PBS NewsHour"Cast Members Share Ghost Encounters at Disney" by Jessica Weisz on Inside the Magic "Current/Former Cast Members, What Are Your Ghost Stories?" by various on Reddit "As Long as There Is Imagination Left in the World..." by Stan on Imagineering Disney"Haunted Disneyland: Ghosts in the Happiest Place on Earth" by Kristin on WanderWisdom Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You've unlocked another Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to a topic we've touched on before. In this week's episode, Jessie takes listeners behind the scenes on some of horror's favorite movies, whose plots may not be the only thing that's haunted. From Poltergeist to The Exorcist to one of the most allegedly haunted screenplays, this episode will have you racing to your TV to re-watch these classics. Just make sure the ghosts don't follow you home too...If you have any stories about haunted movie sets (or haunted places in general) let us know at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com. Sources:“Was ‘The Exorcist’ a Cursed Productions?” by Rhianna Malas on Collider“Satan, scandal and S Club 7: The remarkable story of The Exorcist child star Linda Blair” by Annabel Nugent at The Independent.“The Omen’s Cursed Production is as Terrifying as the Movie” by Lloyd Farley on Collider“The Haunted History of ‘Poltergeist’” by Matt Shore on Collider“The Curse of Atuk: A Hollywood Script That Has Killed 5 Actors” by Charlotte Hollingsworth in Paranormal Shit Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay flies us over the Atlantic to unravel the legend of everyone’s favorite ghostly pirate ship: The Flying Dutchman. As the Joseph Händler flows, the ladies explore the rules of the high seas, discuss unexpected childhood celeb crushes, and uncover potential real life air benders. So pour yourself a glass of your favorite sweet Riesling and steady your nautical legs, Ladies Who Avoid the Open Ocean will leave you thankful to be on land. TW: DeathSources Include: “The Flying Dutchman.” Visiting the Dutch Countryside,“Flying Dutchman.” SpongeBob Wiki, Fandom,Gross, Terry. “The Story of the Flying Dutchman.” NPR, 6 Oct. 2011,“History of the Flying Dutchman.” VentureSail Holidays,“Here Be Monsters: Sailor Stories & Nautical Folklore.” Blackthorn & Stone, 21 May 2020,“The Flying Dutchman – Explained.” and "Why Have So Many People Seen Ghost Ships?" YouTube, uploaded by Wendigoon and Kaz Rowe“Fata Morgana; The Flying Dutchman; Ghost Ships; Caleuche; Fireship of Baie des Chaleurs.” Wikipedia,“The Flying Dutchman (ATU 777).” Folklore and Mythology Electronic Texts, University of Pittsburgh,Special Thanks to the Pirates of the Caribbean Franchise Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You've unlocked another A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Lindsay takes listeners to coastal Carolina to uncover the truth behind one of history's closest mermaid encounters. Got your own mermaid lore? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories.Sources:“The Tale of Charleston’s 1867 Mermaid Riot” by Katie Smith on CHS today (June 16, 2023)“Mermaid Histories and Power” from African-Atlantic Cultures and the South Carolina Lowcountry by Ras Michael Brown, published by Cambridge University Press (October 5, 2012)“The Feejee Mermaid: Early Barnum Hoax” by Jessie Szalay on Live Science (September 8, 2016)“The Tale of Charleston’s 1867 Mermaid Riot” by staff at Kiawah River“Two Little-Known Charleston Legends That Time Has Nearly Forgotten” by Dustin Waters (October 28, 2015)"Dr. Trott's Apothecary and The Mermaid Riot" by staff for Charleston (January 29th, 2025) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us on an archeological expedition through one of history’s juiciest legends: The Mummy’s Curse. As the Thievery is poured, the ladies celebrate their wins, debate the British Museum, and fan girl over the one and only Dr. Kathleen Martinez. So grab the nearest red blend and prepare your tomb for the Afterlife, Ladies Who Promise Not to Curse You will have you believing in curses in no time.TWDeath, suicide, brief mention of sexual assaultSources:“The Tomb of Tutankhamen” by Howard Carter“Egyptian Mummies” by staff at the Smithsonian“What is the ancient Egyptian ‘mummy’s curse’?” by Owen Jarus on LiveScience“The Real Life Mummy’s Curse: Ancient Remains Could Infect Humans” by Diana Bocco at Ripley’s“Ancient Egyptian tomb warnings, curses, and ghosts” by Dr. Dan Potter, at National Museum Scotland“The mummy’s curse might be real - but it’s caused by a fungus” by Rose Pomeroy on Big Think“The Curse of Pharaoh Tutankhamun” by Google Arts & Culture, online exhibit“The Curse of Cleopatra’s Needle” by Miss_Jessel on Haunted Palace Blog“Cleopatra’s Curse Fact and Fiction” by the Academia Universal de Liderazgo y AprendizajeCleopatra’s Tomb series on TikTok by Dr. Harini Bhat, PharmD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy flies us to the battlefield with the harrowing and mystical tale of one of Ireland's fiercest goddesses: The Morrigan. As the Valravn is poured, the ladies pitch ACOTAR theories, discover their telepathy powers, and determine that once you’re a horse girl, you’re always a horse girl. So grab the nearest pinot noir and find your favorite crow, Ladies Who Talk to the Crows will have you cheering on the battlefield in no time! TW: DeathSources Include: Valkyrie by staff at Encyclopaedia Britannica The Morrigan: The Story of the Fiercest Goddess in Irish Mhyth by Keith O’Hara on The Irish Road TripThe Morrigan by staff at The Irish Pagan SchoolThe Morrigan by anon at The Order of the Crows Morrigan by Anne Williams on MythopediaMeet The Morrígan, The Fearsome Goddess of Death And War In Irish Folklore by Erin Kelly on All That’s InterestingThe Morrígan by staff at Mythic IrelandThe Morrighan and Valkyrie Connection by Maranda Wabik on White Rose of AvalonThe Mórrígan Speaks - Her Three Poems - Story Archaeology by Isolde ÓBrolcháin Carmody at Story ArcheaologyThe Morrigan, Celtic Goddess of War - WHEN THE GODDESS CALLED MY NAME by Mickayla Beckett on Angelfire.comHow Banshees Relate to Triple Goddesses - The Irish in Cincinnati by Mickayla Beckett on libapps.libraries.uc.edu .com How Has the Morrigan’s Role Changed in Modern Times? By Lora O'Brien on Morrigan.Academy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this special A Closer Look episode, the ladies are joined by Grace Anna from the podcast ArtMuse as she walks us through the life and influence of Simonetta Vespucci: the inspiration for Botticelli's The Birth of Venus. Sip your favorite wine and laugh along with the ladies as they learn from Grace Anna! ArtMuse can be found on all listening platforms as well as www.artmusepodcast.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes us on a ride through everyone’s favorite fiery lore: dragons. As the Mythic Vineyard is sipped, the ladies re-enact Dreamwork’s masterpiece "Shrek", discover what tornadoes really are, and show off their academic knowledge of Dragon Tales. Grab the nearest Chardonnay and pick your dragon’s color, Ladies Who Have Big Snake Energy will have you soaring through the skies in no time.Sources:Christou, Marios. The Strange Origins of Dragons. Mythology and Fiction Explained, YouTubeBurbery, Timothy J. “Why Do So Many Cultures Have Dragon Legends?” TED-EdMcNeil, Donald G. Jr. “Dragons, a Brief History Long in Miles.” The New York TimesMilligan, Mark. “The Origins of Dragon Mythology.” Heritage DailyFuture Planet Team. “Wise, Lucky, Terrifying: The Surprising 4,000-Year History of Dragons.” BBC The Oldest Dragon in the World, Dragons and Mythical Beasts Live. Stage Production Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You've unlocked another A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Sammy takes a closer look into the horrifying creature straight out of your nightmares: The Nuckelavee. Have you encountered one? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories.Sources:Myths, Legends, and Faith: Nuckelavee by lewistwiby on wordpress.comNuckelavee - Folklore Scottland by staff at folklorescotland.comScottish Folklore: The Battle of the Sea Mither and Teran by ztevetevans on wordpress.comScottish Fairy and Folk Tales by George Douglas from Sacred Texts Archive Sanday’s kelp forests, orkney north isles virtual dive by anonymous on virtualdive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us on a wild ride through one of the most conspiracy-riddled places: The Denver International Airport. As the 14 Hands is passed, the ladies don their tin foil hats, track Santa on government radars and accuse Lindsay of being a lizard person. The ladies also open their very first ever listener gift! So check in to your gate early and grab some Cabernet Sauvignon at the bar, Ladies Who Wear Tinfoil Hats will have you giggling during takeoff in no time. Sources:“Literally just 113 facts about DIA” by Erin Powell and Allison Sylte on 9News“5 Wild Conspiracy Theories About Denver International Airport” by Andrea Romano on Travel + Leisure“A local’s Guide to DIA Conspiracy Theories” by Chris Root on Denver Public Library Special Collections and Archives Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy provides a different perspective on a monster we thought we knew: Medusa. As the Hermes Retsina splashes, the ladies plan Ovid Girl Summer, shake on too much espresso, and Jessie shares the ghost she saw at the Whaley House! Tie back the snakes in your hair and grab the nearest perfectly chilled Retsina, Ladies Who Question Gorgonzola will have you feeling delightfully rebellious in no time. TW: Sexual Assault Sources: Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, the ladies celebrate their 30th episode by recording from their friend’s haunted garage! In this much anticipated event, the ladies brave the dust-covered, haunted halls of the garage to spook each other with ghost stories in the dark. As the ladies hear mysterious footsteps, spot demonic substances, and gasp at a mirror with fresh finger prints, Ladies Who Are Haunted will have you believing in the paranormal in no time. Thank you for listening for 30 episodes! Huzzah! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay guides us through the various haunted happenings in everyone’s favorite windy city: Chicago. As the St. Francis is sipped, the ladies try out Chicago accents, giggle about the baby Satanic panic, and ask a favor of da new pope. Grab your favorite sweet red and check out the Bean, Ladies Who Go to the Back of the Yards will have you booking a ticket for the next haunted tour of Chicago.TW: Death"Indiana's Haunting Tale of La Llorona" by Ursula Bielski, from Ghost Ship Fragrance."Chicago Hauntings: The Story of H.H. Holmes' Murder Castle" by Adam Harrington and Blake Tyson, from CBS News Chicago."Ghost of John Barleycorn Still Haunting Wrigleyville" by Mark Rosenthal, from The Chicago Machine."The Schiller Woods Magic Water Pump, Everything You Need to Know" from Visit Oak Park."John Dillinger" from FBI.gov.“A ‘Devil Baby’ and Other Spirits" by Emmanuel Camarillo, from Chicago Sun-Times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie leads us through the mystical world of one of Norway's cutest creatures: Trolls. As the Angeleno Bike Path is poured, the ladies get the giggles, toast to tarot readings and spot dragons in Napa. Grab the nearest chillable red and head for your local stone bridge, Ladies Who Tell Riddles will have you smiling from ear to ear.Sources:“The mythical Norwegian Trolls” on Visit Norway"Know Trolls in Norway: A Journey into Myth and Landscape." On Motorhome Rental in Norway“Norway Trolls: Everything You Need to Know” on adventures.com"The Truth About Norway's Mythical Trolls: FAQ Answered" on Aurora Courses“The Mythology of Norwegian Trolls” by Andrew McKay on Life in Norway“Go Ahead - Feed the Trolls” on House of Good Fortune“12 Hair-Raising Facts about Troll Dolls” by Mental Floss on The Troll Hole Museum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy brings us deep into the forest to tell the tale of everyone’s favorite wicked witch: Baba Yaga. As the Vieille de Ferme is poured, the ladies reminisce about the renaissance faire, debate Disney princess hair colors, and create a new football chant. Grab the nearest récolte and find the house with bones out front, Ladies Who Have Chicken Legs will have you skipping through the woods in no time.Sources:“Baba Yaga” by Joshua Mark on World History“Baba Yaga: The greatest ‘wicked witch’ of all?”” By David Barnett on BBC“Baba Yaga: Deity of Death or Regenerator of Life? - Ronesa Aveela - Medium” by Ronesa Aveela on Medium“I grew up believing in Baba Yaga: a very special “witch” in Slavic folklore” by Asper on Medium“Russian Folklore part 1: Baba Yaga, Koschei the Deathless, Kikimora” by multi-culturalismo from a blog post on tomtefairytaleblog.tumblr.com“Embracing My Inner Baba Yaga - Inside of Elle Beau - Medium” by elle Beau on Medium“The VERY Messed Up Origins™ of Baba Yaga, the Bone Leg | Slavic mythology” by Ekaterina Pavlova on Medium“The Unapology of Baba Yaga - House of Gamut” staff at House of Gamut Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay shares a human phenomenon that has fascinated people for centuries: Dreams. As The Little Sheep of New Zealand is passed, the ladies consider wearing makeup to bed, share their strangest dreams, and discover the mark of Satan! Grab the nearest Sauvignon Blanc and tuck yourself in, Ladies Who Sing Lullabies will have you racing to count sheep to overanalyze your dreams.TW:Brief mention of goreSources:"Carl Jung and the Psychology of Dreams – Messages from the Unconscious" by Academy of Ideas"45 Mind-Boggling Facts About Dreams" from Healthline, [URL]."Sleepwalking through History: Medicine, Arts, and Courts of Law" by Sharda Umanath, Daniel Sarezky, and Stanley Finger, from Journal of the History of the Neurosciences, 2011. "'Throughline': The History of Understanding Our Dreams" by Ramtin Arablouei and Rund Abdelfatah, from NPR Morning Edition, January 27, 2022."The History of Dreams, From Greek Mythology to Last Night’s Sleep" by Sarah Lyall, from The New York Times, September 7, 2021."30 Causes of Dreams and Nightmares (According to World Mythology)" by Rose MacDowell, from Sleepopolis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie shares a hair-raising lore that will make you never answer your door again: The Black Eyed Children. As the Olema Reserve is poured, the ladies geek out over the American Chestnut Tree, discover new animals, and hear Sammy’s scariest personal ghost story! Hide under the covers and grab the closest chardonnay, Ladies Who Stand in the Corner of Your Room will have you looking over your shoulder for days.TWBrief mention of animal death, goreSources:“Death as a Child: The Modern Legend of the Black-Eyed Children” by Emma Cieslik on Atlas Obscura“Legend of the Black-eyed children” by Maria Mohsin on The Business Standard Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to our first A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Jessie takes a closer look into the infamous Elevator Game. Have you played? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories.Sources:"The Most Dangerous Games: Elevator to Another World" by Lucia from The Ghost in my Machine"Elisa Lam: What really happened in the Cecil Hotel" by Michael Baggs from BBC Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy shares an overview of one of folklore’s greatest treasures: The Moon. As Moon X is heavily poured, the ladies determine how to know if your boyfriend is a vampire, debate dishware, and beg you not to order Dominos on the full moon.TWMention of suicideSources:“Selene - Greek Goddess of the Moon” by Aaron J. Atsma on Theoi.com “Luna the Goddess of the Moon” by staff at Roman Empire History“Chinese Goddess Chang’e” by Mae Hamilton on Mythopedia“Chandra: The Moon God and Lord of the Night” by staff at Ramana Maharshi“Is the Moon Feminine or Masculine? | Moon Deities in Ancient Religions” by Celeste Larsen on Mage By Moonlight“Masculine and Feminine Moon (Surprising History Of Gender) by Isaac Cotec on herorise.us“The Connection Between the Full Moon and Werewolves” on vocal.media.com“Vampires, werewolves, and the moon” by Beth Alvarez on The World of Ithilear “People Once Believed the Blood Moon Was Caused by Vampires” by Patrick Morris on Medium“Lunar Folklore: Moon Magic, Weather Lore and Science” by Kristin Mills, on Kirstinmills.com“Can the Moon affect our health and behaviour?” by staff at Royal Museums Greenwich “Lunacy and the Full Moon” by Scott O. Lilienfeld, Hal Arkowitz on Scientific American Mind“Lunar Conception: a Discovery by Dr. Jonas | Lunarium” by Alexander Kolesnikov on Lunarium.co.uk“How does the Moon affect life on Earth?” By Kerry Lotzof on hnm.ac.uk“Tides - NASA Science” by Tracy Vogel on science.nasa.gov“7 Unusual Myths and Theories About the Moon | HISTORY” by staff at history.com“Moon Facts - NASA Science” by staff on science.nasa.gov “Moon Phases - NASA Science” by staff on science.nasa.gov“What are the names of full moons throughout the year?” by staff at Royal Museums Greenwich “10 Things You Should (and Shouldn’t) Do During a Full Moon” by June Xu on Bed Threads“Lunar Myths, Legends, and Folklore” by Patti Wigington on Learn Religions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes a dive into the North Sea with her tale: Selkies. As the Hampton Water Rose flows, the ladies rave about musical theater, toast to Jon Bon Jovi, and crack open a vintage folklore book.TWDepression/Postpartum depressionNonconsensual sexSources:"The Mermaid Wife" and "The Seal Hunter" from Folklore and Legends: Ireland and Scotland, Lippincott 1891."Selky" from Myth and Folklore Wiki"Selkies: Norse Mermaids" from The Viking Rune"Traditional Scottish Selkie Stories" by Graeme, from Scotland’s Stories"The Selkie" from The Story Museum"Selkies and Swan Maidens and Woelfin" by Amy Easterling"Selkies: Irish Myths & Legends Part 4" by Dawn Rainbolt, from Wilderness Ireland"Scottish Water Mythology: Selkies and Kelpies" by Ross Keddie, from Wilderness Scotland"Swan Maiden" from Wikipedia"Selkie Song" by Claudia Daventry, from Fusion Magazine"Selkies: Tragedy Amongst The Tide" by Loralei, from The Urban Siren Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie shares a lore that’ll have you looking twice in a crowd: Doppelgangers. As Ménage à Trois Midnight is uncorked, the ladies develop a healthy fear of winter sports, predict the future through witchy dreams, and try out nicknames for their listeners. Sources:"Doppelganger" by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica“Doppelgangers and Curious Myths and Stories of Spirit Doubles” by Joanna Gillan from Ancient Origins“Doppleganger: Origins and Meanings” from Communication Generation“The Dark History of Doppelgangers: Famous Historical Figures Who Have Seen Their Own Doppelgangers” by Abby Brenker from Lunatics Project“Things to Consider Should You Happen Upon Your Doppelganger on The Street” by Dennis DiClaudio from The Science Creative Quarterly (Originally from the Haypenny)“Doppelgangers: The Fascinating World of Look-Alikes!" By Psychologs Magazine“You are surprisingly likely to have a living doppelganger” by Zaria Gorvett on BBC"The Human That Is Not Human: Examining the Doppelganger Through David Hume" by Brittnea Anne Holland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy shares a hiking tale that’ll have you looking over your shoulder: The Dark Watchers. As the wine is passed, the ladies share Haunted Mansion ghost stories, evade Trench Foot, and add some new lyrics to the musical Hamilton.TW: GoreSources:“Santa Luica Range” by staff at PeakVisor on PeakVisor“What are the Dark Watchers of California?” by Bipin Dimri on Historic Mysteries“Have You Seen a Dark Watcher? By Roxanne Hoorn on Atlas Obscura“The Brocken Spectre: How You Can See It” by Ryan Finn on Spectrumlocalnews.com“Local Lore: Dark Watchers - From Santa Luica Mountains of California onto the Pages of Classic American Writers” by Liz Carey on The Dailey Yonder“‘Dark Watchers’ have been spooking California hikers for centuries. What are they?” by Brandon Specktor on livescience.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay does an overview of lore’s most ethereal topic: Astrology. As the wine flows, the ladies praise dolphin cadets, dissect the Gregorian calendar, and get kicked out of astronomy class.“Vedic Astrology Guide: Everything to Know.” Skyler Caruso for People.“Lunar vs. Solar Calendars.” Night Sky Tourist.“Spring Equinox 2024: Energy Healers on How to Recharge for the Astrological New Year.”Lisa Stardust for Teen Vogue.“The Origins and Practices of Holidays: Ostara, Holi, and Purim.” Dhruti Bhagat for Boston Public Library.“Ten World Leaders Who Leaned on Astrology for Guidance.” Selme Angulo for Listverse.“Hitler Used Werewolves, Vampires, and Astrology to Brainwash Germany.” JW McCormack for Vice.“Where Do Zodiac Signs Come From? Here's the True History Behind Your Horoscope.” Olivia B. Waxman for Time.“Each Zodiac Sign's Unique Personality Traits, Explained by an Astrologer.”Aliza Kelly for Allure. “The 12 Archetypes of the Zodiac.” Kathryn Hocking. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie shares a haunting tale that’s rocked waterways for ages: La Llorona. As the wine is shared, the ladies dream of heated bathroom floors, embody mean reiki teachers and read another Listener Lore!TWInfanticide, Suicide, Murder, Grief, DeathSources:“La Llorona” by Michelle Castro from Britannica“If You Hear the Cries of La Llorona, Run” by Lauren David from How Stuff Works“La Llorona” by staff at Don Quijote“My mom saw ‘La Llorona’ in Mexico when she was 15” on Reddit by unknown user“The Haunting Tale of La Llorona: Chiles en Nogada” by Amber Carvaly from Mortician in the Kitchen“The Origin of La Llarona” by Amy Fuller from History Today Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy gives a mystical overview of one of lore’s favorite folk: The Fae. As the mead flows, the ladies unmask Ricky Gervais, become crow drug dealers, and travel to Medieval Times!TWMurder, DeathSources:“Irish Folklore Part 7: The Fairies” By Dawn Rainbolt on Wilderness Ireland“Fairies and Fairy lore: The reality of the Irish fairy” by Anon on Ireland’s Folklore and Traditions“Fairies: The Mystery of Where They Came From” by anon on formfluent.com“The Fairy Faith: An Ancient Indigenous Religion” by Carolyn Emerick on HubPages“History of Fairies” by AFREESTYLER on Apanache“A Brief History of Fairies” by Anon at fiveminutehistory.com“Fairies at La Rochelle?” by Emily Cough on Bar Harbor Historical Society“Who Are the Tuatha Dé Danan? Demystifying the “God-Folk” of Irish Mythology” by I.E. on IrishMyths.com“The Tuatha Dé Danann - Irelands Greatest Tribe” by Anon at Ireland-information.com“The Banshee: The Wailing Fairy Woman of Ireland” by Morris H. Lary on History Cooperative“Irish Folklore Part 7: The Fairies” by Dawn Rainbolt on Wilderness Ireland“The Sidhe - Irish Fairy Folklore” by ipsadmin on Irish Pagan School“Irish fairies: Ireland’s living folklore” by Ciaran Vipond on My Irish Jeweler“Ireland’s fairy forts and their power over the Irish” by Seamus Hanratty on Irish Central“Banshees in Irish Culture” by staff at Irish Urns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay tells an icy tale riddled with horrors: The Wendigo. As the wine is passed, the ladies protect baby otters, cower at My Little Pony, and welcome their first ever guest!TW: Cannibalism, Gore, HorrorSources:Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer"Beware The Wendigo, The Frostbitten Flesheater of America's Chilly Heartland" by JW Ocker for Atlas Obscura"What Is The Wendigo? Meet The Cannibalistic Cryptid Of Your Nightmares" by Jaclyn Inglis for All That's Interesting"The Mythology and Misrepresentation of the Windigo" by Elizabeth McCauley for Backstory"The Wendigo", American Hauntings"Joe Coleman's Swift Runner" from Raw Vision Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie tells a tale of deep, dark waters with never ending apparitions: the ghost ships of Lake Superior. As the wine is sipped, the ladies sing haunted skeleton songs, crack nautical puns, and scuba dive to wax museums.TW: Gore, deathToday’s Sources:“Why Bodies Don’t Decompose in Michigan’s Lake Superior” by Scott Clow from 99.1 WFITIK“Myths and Mysteries of Lake Superior” by Casey Clearwater from Lake Superior Circle Tour“History of Superior” from Superior Wisconsin Government site“Lake Superior: A Watery Graveyard” by Unbound Roots staff“Lake Superior Folklore” by staff at Cascade Lodge“Folklore Profile: The Lake Superior God of the Waters (AKA: The Great Lakes Merman)” by Adam Benedict from Pine Barrens Institute“The Michigan Merman Sighting” by Mysterious Michigan“Spooky Stories of Lake Superior” by Vicki Banning on Lake Superior Circle Tour“SS Bannockburn: The Flying Dutchman of the Great Lakes” by Jess Carpenter from Great Lakes Boating“Maymaygwashi” by Yankee D. Dandy on Wiki | Urban Legends“Spooky Lake Superior: The SS Kamloops” by Geo Rutherford from Great Lakes Now Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy brings in a baffling mystery that has haunted a small village for decades: The Hoia-Baciu Forest. As the wine is sipped, the ladies discuss time portals, cry about poison ivy, and sing the Rip Van Winkle song.Today's Sources:“What’s inside Hoia Baciu Forest, the world’s most haunted forest?” By Precious Rongmei on Times of India Travel“Stories From the Hoia-Baciu Forest” by staff at Tour Romania“Hoia Baciu Forest” by staff at Romania Tour Store“Hoia-Baciu Forest” by Olivia-Petra Coman on Atlas Obscura“Hoia Baciu Travel Guide: Inside the Creepiest Forest in Transylvania” by Sophie Buchan on The Independent“Hoai Baciu: Transylvania’S Forbidden Forest” by Kurt Readman on Historic Mysteries“People Have Memory Lapses After Visiting This Forest” by staff at brightside.me“The Hoia Baciu Forest” by Sonja on The Little House of Horrors  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes a deep dive through the looking glass: Mirrors. As the wine flows, the ladies cure their allergies, determine their soulmates and death dates, and hear Sammy’s first ghost story!Sources:"The Spooky Science of Why Mirrors Can Freak Us Out So Much" by Kate Golembiewski at Atlas Obscura"Why Are the Mirrors Covered in a House of Mourning?" by Aron Moss at Chabad.org"What’s the connection between mirrors and death?" by Roger Schluter at Belleville News"Are Antique Mirrors Evil and Creepy or Are We Just Superstitious?" by Hadley Mendelsohn at House Beautiful"A Closer Look at the Bela Lugosi “Haunted” Mirror" by Kenny Biddle at the Skeptical Inquirer"Reflections of Despair: Unveiling the Haunting Tale of the Cursed Mirror" by Leonardo Salomo at Medium"Mirrors in Literature and Superstition" by Gallagher Flynn At How Stuff Works Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie shares a historic lore that has the ladies fuming: The Salem Witch Trials. As the wine is poured, the ladies accuse each other of witchcraft, create their own drinking game, and hold their burps.***This episode was recorded January 3rd, before the Los Angeles fires. If you can, please donate to wildfire relief funds.Sources:"The True Legal Story of the Salem Witch Trials" by staff at New England Law - Boston"The Salem Witch Trials of 1692" by staff at Peabody Essex Museum"Salem Witch Trials: What Caused the Hysteria?" by Elizabeth Yuko on History.com"The Bewitching Myths of the Salem Witches" by staff at TR Electronic"Important Persons in the Salem Court Records" by staff at Virginia Library"Bridget Bishop Home and Orchards, Site of" by staff at Salem Witch Musem"Unraveling the Many Mysteries of Tituba, the Star Witness of the Salem Witch Trials" by Stacy Schiff at Smithsonian Magazine"A JOURNEY INTO WITCHCRAFT BELIEFS" by Diane Purkiss at English Heritage"History of Witches" by History.com Editors"Numerology: Is 13 an Unlucky Number?" by Mahaveer Sanglikar at Numerograph"Wicca Manual""Numerology 13 Meaning" by staff at Numerologist PRO"7 Bizarre Witch Trial Tests" by Evan Andrews on History.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our holiday special, Sammy shares a tale that would scare even the Grinch away: Krampus and Frau Perchta. As the bottle is passed, the ladies festively rename themselves, microwave their wine, and decide to visit Ohio. Check out the wine bottle on our Instagram to see if you can guess the lore!TWGore, violenceToday's Sources Include:“Meet Krampus, the Christmas Devil Who Punishes Naughty Children.” By Becky Little History.com “The Austrian Tradition of the Krampus” https://www.christmasmarketsaustria.com/krampus.php"Krampus" by Amy Tikkanen from Encyclopedia Britannica“The Story of Krampus: Origins and evolution of Krampus” from https://fearcolumbus.com/krampus/the-story-of-krampus/“Like Krampus? Then You’ll LOVE Frau Perchta the Christmas Witch” by Alex Matsuo from The Spooky Stuff“Frau Perchta: The Midwinter Goddess” by BackAlley Alchemist from Medium“Fearsome Frau Perchta Is an Ancient Alpine Winter Goddess” by Victoria Linchong from Atlas Obscura“Frau Perchta, Terrifying Christmas Witch” from https://boroughsofthedead.com/frau-perchta/#:~:text=According%20to%20Linda%20Raedisch%2C%20the,of%20iron%2C%20dressed%20in%20rags%2C Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay regales the ladies with a tale that has the power to change the world: Lilith. As the wine flows, the ladies tell the girly pop version of the Bible, rave about feminist music festivals, and coin the phrase “a waterfall of penises”.TWInfanticide, child birth, sexual situationsToday's Sources Include:Excerpts from Woman's Lore by Sarah CleggThe Bible "Lilith" by Rebecca Lesses for the Jewish Women's Archive"Lilith: A Power Symbol" from Kenyon College"Pop Culture History of Lilith" by Jessica Mason for The Mary Sue"The History of Lilith, From Demon to Adam's First Wife to Feminist Icon" by Dave Roos for the Mary Sue"What are The Dead Sea Scrolls?" by Nathan Steinmeyer and Megan Sauter for Bible History Daily"What Is Lilith in Astrology?" By Sierra Vanderbilt for Yoga Journal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie shares a traveling ghost story where no one is safe: Kuchisake-Onna. As the wine is poured, the ladies try candy for self defense, marvel at ghosts fishing for compliments, and read our first ever Listener Lore! Check out the wine bottle on our Instagram to guess the lore…TWGore, ViolenceToday's Sources Include:"Legend of Kichisake-onna" by Maria Mohsin from TBS News"Fear and Reverence: Japanese Views of Souls, Spirits and Ghosts" by Koyama Satoko from Nippon.com"A Guide to Japanese Monsters: Kuchisake Onna" by Emi Noguchi from Bokksu.com"Kuchisake-onna" from Wikipedia Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy shares a haunting tale that’s sure to incite full body chills: creatures of The Appalachian Mountains. As the bottle is passed, the ladies learn the rules of the mountains, whisper about government conspiracy theories, and cheer on a monster rushing a sorority.Sources Include:“Appalachian Mountains” - (New World Encyclopedia)“History of the Appalachian Mountains” - by Jessica Phillips from 59News“Appalachian Mountains Recreation and tourism” by Wilma Dykeman“Illuminating Appalachia: a brief history of the Brown Mountain Lights” by Verna Townson for The Blue Banner UNC Asheville’’The Flatwoods Monster - Visit Braxton, WV. (2024, November 7). Visit Braxton, WV. https://braxtonwv.org/the-flatwoods-monster/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay unearths a lore that has stumped people for ages: The Fountain of Youth. As the spirits are sipped, the ladies plan funeral treasure hunts, verify miracles, and try out old crone voices. Check out the wine bottle on our Instagram to see if you can guess the lore!"The Fountain of Youth" by Willie Rye from National Geographic"The Myth of Ponce de León and the Fountain of Youth" by Jessie Greenspan from History.com"The Healing Hole", from Explore The Bahamas"Searching for the Fountain of Youth'" by Sam Anderson from The New York TimesThe Interstitium from Invisibilia"France's Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes: Where 70 medical miracles have been recognized by church officials" from 60 minutes"3 MIRACLES AT LOURDES (APPROVED AND SCIENTIFICALLY VALIDATED)" from Magis Center"List of Approves Lourdes Miracles" from The Miracle Hunter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie shares a spooky local legend with a shocking twist: Hicks Road. As the spirits spill, the ladies share stories of teenage idiocy, how a hiking ghost may have saved lives, and struggle to define what a fantasy escape room is. Check out the wine bottle on our Instagram to see if you can guess the lore!TW: True Crime, Cults, Animal Abuse, Violence, GoreToday's Sources Include:"Rumors of the 'Hicks Road Colony' Have Kept Drivers Away from the Area for Years" by Laura Allan from Ranker"Hicks Road: Haunted or Hyped?" by Jordan from Searchlight San Jose Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Sammy recounts a mystery that leaves the ladies speechless: Dyatlov Pass. As the wine is poured, the ladies discover mini black holes, freak out over missing tongues, and guess what a snow slab is. Check out the wine bottle on our Instagram to see if you can guess the lore!TW: Violence, Gore, True Crime, DeathSources include:-Excerpts from the Dyatlov Pass website by Teodora Hadjiyska & Igor Pavlov -“Has an Old Soviet Mystery at Last Been Solved?” By Douglas Preston from The New Yorker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Lindsay brings in a philosophical story that has the ladies thinking: Auras. As the bubbly is sipped, the ladies learn Latin root words, discuss Fatherhood, and meet an activist ghost. Check out the wine bottle on our Instagram to see if you can guess the lore!Sources used today include:"What is Aura?" by Dr. Surendra Kapoor from Times of IndiaMan Visible and Invisible by C.W. Leadbetter (1902)"What Is an Aura? And 15 Other Questions, Answered" from Healthline"Q&A: What is the Vedic Tradition?", by Pandit Rajmani Tigunait from Yoga International"Synesthesia may explain healers claims of seeing people's 'aura'" From University of Granada via ScienceDailyThe Interstitium from Invisibilia"A Brief History of the Art of Aura Photography" from Alice Austen Museum"Understanding Auras: The Energetic Signature of Life" by Valerie Eve from Medium"Spiritual Colors: The Difference Between Auras and Chakras" by Jacob Olesen from Color Meanings"How to See Auras: A Complete Guide" by Benjamin Lee from Mystic Mag Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode, Jessie brings in a classic tell-in-the-dark scary story: The Hookman. In between sips of wine and fighting full body chills, the ladies try to solve a murder, explore haunted garages, and struggle with the difference between the Supernatural boys. Check out the wine bottle on our Instagram to see if you can guess the lore!TW: Violence, Gore, True CrimeToday's Sources Include:"Texarkana Murders: 'Phantom Killer' Case Still Unsolved" by Lawrence Lease from HubPages"Legend of The Hookman" by Delphini Riddle from TBS News"Texarkana Murder Mystery" by Prudence Mackintosh from Texas Monthly Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week’s episode Sammy takes a dive into her mysterious potential family line: The Winchester Mystery House. As the bubbly is poured, the ladies try out different catch phrases, share their closet monster horror stories, and speculate about familial curses. Check out our wine bottle on Instagram to see if you can guess the lore!TW: Violence, True Crime, Infant DeathSources Include:-Excerpts from The Winchester Mystery House Website -“The Winchester House of San Jose: Haunted or Just Unique Architecture?” By Vince DiLoreto from Fitting in Adventure-“LIST: Top 10 mind-bending facts about the Winchester Mystery House” by Tess Stevens from ABC News 7-American Hauntings from www.americanhauntingsink.com/winchester-“Houdini visits the Winchester Mystery House” by John Cox from www.wildabouthoudini.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Lindsay reflects on a personal lore: The Hotel Del Coronado. As the wine flows, the ladies brag about bougie work vacations, fret over iPhone malfunctions, and put their trust in bridges. Check out the wine bottle on our Instagram to see if you can guess the lore!TW: Violence, Gore, True CrimeSources include:Excerpts from the Hotel del Coronado Website: "Who was Kate Morgan?", "The History of Hotel del Coronado", "Paranormal Investigation" and "Kate Morgan Mystery Begins""The True Story Of Kate Morgan, The Ghost Of The Hotel del Coronado", by Aimee Lamoureux from All That's InterestingBeautiful Stranger: The Ghost of Kate Morgan and the Hotel del Coronado (book)'Poltergeist activity' | The haunted history of Hotel del Coronado by Jasmine Ramirez for CBS 8THE HAUNTED HOTEL DEL CORONADO from Haunted Rooms AmericaHotel del Coronado Ghost Stories from Historic Hotels of AmericaThe Haunted Hotel del Coronado in California from HauntedPlacesToGo.com7 Things You Didn't Know About the Hotel del Coronado from 1906 Lodge Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In our first episode, Jessie shares a lore that will have you scared to look in mirrors: Bloody Mary. As the wine is poured, the ladies discuss unconventional beauty techniques, recount childhood horrors, and rescue a fly. Check out the wine bottle on our Instagram to see if you can guess the lore!TW: Violence, Gore, True Crime, Infanticide, TortureSources used today include:"The True Story Of Bloody Mary, The Woman Behind The Mirror" by Krissy Howard from All That's Interesting"Legends abound regarding Bloody Mary Worth" by Jesse Carpender from Lake County Journal"The Myth of ‘Bloody Mary,’ England’s First Queen" by Melian Solly from Smithsonian Magazine"Where did the legend of Bloody Mary come from?" by Debra Ronca from How Stuff Works"'Bloody Mary': From the Bathroom to the Laboratory" by pace.165 from Ohio State University Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aren't you curious? Listen to our trailer and get excited for our first episode, "Ladies Who Want Vampire Facials", dropping October 9th 9 am PST. See you there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.