Tales From the Uncanny Rio

Tales From the Uncanny Rio

By J. Garcia and A. WrightHistory
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Tales From the Uncanny Rio episodes

  • Episode 39: St. Ignatius Hospital

    Join us as we talk about the hospital that has been investigated by the caliber of Ghost Adventures, we will discuss the history and hauntings of this place, and beware to not linger in the hallways. 

    20 min
  • Episode 38: Magical Swords and How to Get One
    In any kind of adventure, you need a tool to get you through it, to defend yourself against mighty armies, to battle fierce creatures. You need...a sword. But there are many kinds of swords, and many ways of getting one in your possession. So sit back, traveler, and let's find out!
    43 min
  • Episode 36: Texas Ghost Towns

    This stop in the rio consists of the towns that have been touched by the supernatural, by disasters that leave spirits out to roam. Listen to the stories of these towns, and visit them...if you dare. 

    24 min
  • Episode 35: Þrymskviða...or Thor in Drag

    Many, many moons ago, when the world was still new, and when giants roamed the place, Thor's hammer went missing. Hear, traveler, as we tell the tale of Loki and Thor going to Jotunheimr to retrieve it from the giant Thrym. Settle down on this boat as we tell you of Þrymskviða. 

    30 min
  • Episode 34: The Types of Fae

    There are thing hidden from us, dwelling into nature. These reside in trees, in pools of water, in forests or large stones. Such things are often the subject of tales so fantastic that their magic seems inviting, but beware. These creatures are complex and cunning, and while beautiful, they can be dangerous. Listen, as we row down the rio, listen as we tell you of the fae. 

    34 min
  • Episode 33: Liminal Spaces

    There are places in this world that feel detached from reality, and the the Rio itself is one of those. But as we float down its waters, we will discuss what is real and what is not. 

    26 min
  • Episode 32: Slavic Mythology

    The river that we travel is extensive, taking us to places we only dare to dream of. But now, the rio takes us to the land of Perun and the other gods of this rich and deep-rooted mythology. Join Abby, Carson, and Jeaneen as they talk to you about it. 

    41 min
  • Episode 31: Creation myths emporium

    When the world, in its beginnings, was too overwhelming and new, the fire was a haven, and our voices were our cloaks, comforting and settling the unknown, giving reason to our minds about what was around us. Sit and listen, whether that is in the rio with us, by a fire, or alone, but listen to these such tales of how the world was formed. 

    Music credit to JuliusH 

    Myth stories read for further research or reading: https://historycollection.com/16-incredible-ancient-creation-stories-from-around-the-world/

    45 min
  • Episode 30: The Children of Lir

    As we row down the rio, we see a white figure floating on the waters. We stop in fear, but the figure glides closer and closer, and we see that it is a swan, it speaks, telling us of its tale before flying off into the night. Such a tell that we will say to you in this episode. 

    19 min

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Folklore, history, ghost stories, north and south of the border and beyond.