Watch out boys and girls because he certainly knows if you've been naughty... In today's episode we examine the legend of the Christmas demon Krampus! We take a look at the influences and stories surrounding Krampus pre Christian era followed by the more modern Krampus figure used by the church to slowly phase out pagan practices.
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Episode 10: Krampus: Exploring the Legend of the Christmas Demon

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Today we explore the secrets of the Arctic, its forgotten and obscure creatures found in Inuit folklore and mythology. 
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Episode 61: The Forgotten Creatures of the Arctic: Inuit Mythology

Today we take a look at a true horror classic in Bram Stoker's Dracula. Hopefully you enjoy this abridged version narrated by Mythology & Fiction explained. 
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Episode 60 : Dracula by Bram Stoker - Fiction's Most Infamous Vampire

In today's episode we take a look at the Augsburg book of miracles, a manuscript from an unknown author containing miraculous signs through out the ages, a collection of renaissance art and religious stories that many thought would predict future events.
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Episode 59: The Forgotten Book of 16th-century Apocalyptic Visions

Today we take a look at the Dictionnaire Infernal otherwise known as the Infernal Dictionary, written by Jacques Collin de Plancy. This manuscript delves into many of the lesser known and forgotten demons as well as the practices and beliefs surrounding the occult. 
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Episode 58: The Book of Forgotten Demons & Occult Secrets - Exploring the Infernal Dictionary

In today's episode we take a look at the mystery behind the monster that plagued the French countryside in the 18th century, but what exactly was the beast of Gevaudan?
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Episode 10: Krampus: Exploring the Legend of the Christmas Demon

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