Ladies Who Lore

• A Closer Look: Cursed Movie Sets

  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 [email protected]. 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.

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• 36 - Ladies Who Avoid the Open Ocean

  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.

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• A Closer Look: The Mermaid Riot of 1867

  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 [email protected] 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.

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• 35 - Ladies Who Promise Not to Curse You

  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.

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• 34 - Ladies Who Talk to the Crows

  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.

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