Archipelaghosts

Archipelaghosts

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Archipelaghosts episodes

  • Episode 13 - Pawang

    You might have heard of rain masters and snake charmers, but do you think it's possible for some people to be able to move or delay rain, or control wild animals? In this episode, Nis discusses these very people who are called Pawang - how they practice their craft, people who request their services, and even a little rain ritual you can try for yourself at home!

    24 min
  • Episode 12 - Keris

    The Indonesian dagger known as Keris might have started out as a weapon for fighting, but it's also picked up some mystical properties along the way. There are legends from history, superstitions, and magical powers that keris owners can benefit from - so long as you make sure to keep your keris happy. 

    27 min
  • Episode 11 - Inner Energy

    To kick off season two, this episode is all about Tenaga Dalam, translated as Inner Energy. How people train to use it, what kinds of skills they can get, and some of the different people and groups that practice it.

    21 min
  • Episode 10 - The Big Three
    Nis tells Kaz and Ry about The Big Three - Kuntilanak, Tuyul, and Pocong. They also discuss some FIlipino creatures, their favourite moments of the season, and compete in the Archipelaghosts Quiz of season one.
    49 min
  • Episode 9 - Legends
    Kaz starts with an Australian Indigenous legend then Nis continues with two Indonesian legends. They then speak to Isti, who tells the legend of Malin Kundang.
    42 min
  • Episode 5 - Indo Mythlore
    Nis tells Kaz about some background to Indonesia's belief in the supernatural, and speak to Martina who gives a unique perspective as a foreigner who has lived in Indonesia for 30 years.
    47 min

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A podcast about the ghosts, supernatural beliefs, and mystical curiosities of Indonesia.

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