Welcome to the Folkloring Podcast.   This week we tackle the folklore of land spirits.  It turns out the idea of land spirits is generally not all that well understood and it is often lumped together or confused with nature spirits and similar divinities.  Please join us as we explore the wonderful and rich world of land spirits as we find them all over the world and in many if not all cultures and learn how to form relationships with your own local land spirits.  We hope you enjoy it.  If you do, give us a rating and review so other folks like yourself can find us. Questions or comments: email us at [email protected] us a follow on Facebook (folkloring.podcast) or Instagram (@folkloringpodcast)You can also find Tanya on instagram @folklore.home.companionYou can find Tracy’s games at https://madmenandheroes.com/ Music by Al Seeger of Point of Insanity Productions at https://poigamestudio.podbean.com/Sound editing by Tracy Nicholas.Logo design by Tanya Carwyn.

Welcome to the Folkloring Podcast.   This week we tackle the folklore of hearth, stoves and ovens.  The concept of the hearth was important to people even before we were “sapiens” and since it is such an old and important tradition, there is much folklore to discuss.  Please join us as we explore sickness and health as related to the heart, childbirth and fertility, divination, of course cooking and a whole lot else besides.   We hope you enjoy it.  If you do, give us a rating and review so other folks like yourself can find us. Questions or comments: email us at [email protected] us a follow on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/folkloring) or Instagram (@folkloringpodcast)You can also find Tanya on instagram @folklore.home.companionYou can find Tracy’s games at https://madmenandheroes.com/ Special thanks to Mark Norman of The Folklore Podcast for early reviews and feedback and overall being a huge support. Music by Al Seeger of Point of Insanity Productions at https://poigamestudio.podbean.com/Sound editing by Tracy Nicholas.Logo design by Tanya Carwyn.

Welcome to the Folkloring Podcast. Join us for a romp around all the many ways people have used to bring in the new year.  We talk about scaring the old year away, welcoming the new year, divination, weather lore, prosperity and abundance and new years foods and drinks.  We hope you enjoy it.  If you do, give us a rating and review so other folks like yourself can find us. Questions or comments: email us at [email protected] us a follow on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/folkloring) or Instagram (@folkloringpodcast)You can also find Tanya on instagram @folklore.home.companionYou can find Tracy’s games at https://madmenandheroes.com/ Special thanks to Mark Norman of The Folklore Podcast for early reviews and feedback and overall being a huge support. Music by Al Seeger of Point of Insanity Productions at https://poigamestudio.podbean.com/Sound editing by Tracy Nicholas.Logo design by Tanya Carwyn.

Welcome to the Folkloring Podcast.  In this episode we discuss how making things is at the heart of what we call folkloring. Creating sacred objects at home from a folkloric and animist perspective is a beautiful way to connect with ancestral traditions and infuse your daily life with meaning. We talk about the how, why and what of making sacred object and we hope you feel inspired to make some of your own. We hope you enjoy it.  If you do, give us a rating and review so other folks like yourself can find us. Questions or comments: email us at [email protected] us a follow on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/folkloring) or Instagram (@folkloringpodcast)You can also find Tanya on instagram @folklore.home.companionYou can find Tracy’s games at https://madmenandheroes.com/ Special thanks to Mark Norman of The Folklore Podcast for early reviews and feedback and overall being a huge support. Music by Al Seeger of Point of Insanity Productions at https://poigamestudio.podbean.com/Sound editing by Tracy Nicholas.Logo design by Tanya Carwyn.

Episode 2 - Hidden in Plain Sight Welcome to the second episode of the Folkloring Podcast.  In this episode we discuss using everyday objects in your daily folklore practice.  In folklore there is no need to go out and buy expensive and hard to find materials.  The “folk” of every era used what was on hand and so can ( and should) we!  We talk about household objects that can be pressed into magickal service, herbs and plants that grow in your yard or local park, and give you easy ideas to incorporate folklore into your normal day without giving you one more thing to add to your to do list and without drawing raised eyebrows. We hope you enjoy it.  If you do, give us a rating and review so other folks like yourself can find us. Questions or comments: email us at [email protected] us a follow on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/folkloring) or Instagram (@folkloringpodcast)You can also find Tanya on instagram @folklore.home.companionYou can find Tracy’s games at https://madmenandheroes.com/ Special thanks to Mark Norman of The Folklore Podcast for early reviews and feedback and overall being a huge support. Music by Al Seeger of Point of Insanity Productions at https://poigamestudio.podbean.com/Sound editing by Tracy Nicholas.Logo design by Tanya Carwyn.

Episode 1 - Experiential FolkloreWelcome to the very first episode of the Folkloring Podcast.  In this episode we discuss the meaning of “folkloring”, why we are even doing this podcast and the value of experiential folklore in our everyday life.  We move into the skills and benefits gained from practicing folklore as well as some simple idea to start incorporating folklore into your everyday life.  We hope you enjoy it.  If you do, give us a rating and review so other folks like yourself can find us.Questions or comments: email us at [email protected] us a follow on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/folkloring) or Instagram (@folkloringpodcast)You can also find Tanya on Instagram @folklore.home.companionYou can find Tracy’s games at https://madmenandheroes.com/Special thanks to Mark Norman of The Folklore Podcast for early reviews and feedback and overall being a huge support.Music by Al Seeger of Point of Insanity Productions at https://poigamestudio.podbean.com/Sound editing by Tracy Nicholas.Logo design by Tanya Carwyn. 

In the ancient forest of the past, the roots of our family trees intertwine. Deep within the heartwood of our lineages, the stories and folkways of our people slumber, abundant with timeless truths. Folklore, the old key, turns the lock to unveil this ancestral treasure, inviting us to breathe life into the forgotten ways of yore. In each episode of "Folkloring," we dive deep into the rich tapestry of European folk traditions, unraveling the hidden stories, rituals, and wisdom that have endured through generations. But here's the twist – we're not just talking about folklore; we invite you to actively engage with it.Join us as we bridge the gap between the past and the present, making folklore a vibrant, living practice in your everyday life.  

Welcome to "Folkloring," where we set forth on a journey through the realms of practical folklore, ancestral wisdom, and the magic that lies within everyday life. This isn't just a podcast; it's an invitation to actively participate in the world of folklore—to do, not just read.In each episode of "Folkloring," we invite you to immerse yourself in the world of practical folklore. We delve deep into the tales, rituals, and beliefs of our European ancestors, unearthing the magic that still thrives in these traditions. Here, folklore isn't just a subject; it's a hands-on, experiential endeavor that enriches your daily existence.