In a trip to the seaside, a “Weird in the Waves” episode if you like, Nat tells the tale of Black Humphrey, an infamous smuggler, wrecker, possible pirate, spell caster and general wrongun. On Whipsiderry beach, just north of Newquay, you’ll find a small rugged island which bears the name of Black Humphrey’s rock. Today’s episode explores how this rock got it’s name. As well as telling this twisty tale of ghost ships, phantom sailors and tragedy, Nat explores the history behind the legend. Including uncovering an ancient method of communing with drowned sailors used by wives, mothers and sweethearts along the Cornish coast.Voice actors for this episode are:Ian Higton of Platform 32 YouTube and Twitch channels as Black HumphreyOwen Staton from Time Between Times Storytelling Podcast as Richard PetherickEmily Elle Watts as Jane Lissum Trevelgue head crowd played by:Liz BarclayRhiannon BarrowBryan BlandOlie CampbellSteph LayAndy SkiltonCheck out further information and photographs on the show blog weirdinthewade.blogWeird in the Wade is researched, written, presented and produced by Nat DoigTheme music and The Sea piano theme by Tess SavigearLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices