Ghosts and Gumboots

Talismans: Charms, Magic & Mystery

From ancient Egyptian scarabs and Roman protective charms to royal talismans worn by Napoleon and Catherine de' Medici, we explore the fascinating history of objects believed to bring good luck, protection and spiritual power. Discover the strange traditions, hidden charms and unusual beliefs people have carried through the centuries, including the stories behind witch bottles and protective objects found in old homes. Why have people placed so much faith in these mysterious little objects, and do we still rely on lucky charms today? 🔮

Today we take a quick tour of Halloween and a little treat - some experiences from real people.

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Is the real haunting at Kingseat Hospital the ghosts that supposedly linger in its halls, or the abuse and suffering that occurred within its walls? This episode, we explore the dark history behind Kingseat, the stories of those who lived through it, and the question of whether the true horror was ever paranormal at all. 🕯️

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In the shadows of colonial New Zealand lies the chilling story of Minnie Dean the woman remembered as the country’s infamous “baby farmer.”

Behind the respectable façade of baby farming was a darker world of desperate mothers, unwanted infants, secrecy and death. What really happened to the babies placed in Minnie Dean’s care and how did one woman become one of New Zealand’s most enduring dark legends?

Step into the disturbing history of Minnie Dean, where the line between fact, fear and folklore becomes hauntingly blurred.

Have you ever known something before it happened? In this episode, Duncan shares his unsettling premonition surrounding the Challenger disaster and explores déjà vu, dreams, intuition, and the strange possibility that time may not be as straightforward as we think. Send your stories to our ⁠Facebook ⁠or ⁠Instagram ⁠page or [email protected].

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