April 23, 2025: The Folklore Podcast

I always thought my interest in folk tales was a strange niche until I discovered The Folklore Podcast, a UK-based show in which scholars, musicians, and storytellers discuss the myths, legends, and tales that underlie popular consciousness.

 

The Folklore Podcast was started in 2016 by Mark Norman, an author and folklore researcher. Ten seasons later, the show has expanded to include book reviews, live events, and an online shop. The subject matter has grown as well. While the earlier seasons focused mainly on British and urban legends, later seasons have covered Icelandic and Japanese folklore, the Baba Yaga, and even American Thanksgiving.

 

The Folklore Podcast is available via Apple, Spotify, and The Folklore Podcast website. You can also watch interviews and view archival video via their YouTube account.

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