Explore America’s oldest ghost stories that are still being reported today, from early towns to historic buildings. In this video we share 12 old ghost stories from the folklore of the United States. These stories date from the birth of the country and so...

Explore Krampus, Saint Nicholas, and Ded Moroz's origins and traditions. Discover the history behind each figure, from toy-making elves to a terrifying, chain-rattling beast. Uncover surprising cultural differences and similarities in their festive roles.

Ever wake up exhausted, like something drained the life out of you? The Boo Hag—a terrifying figure from Gullah Geechee folklore—might be to blame. This episode explores how a skinless monster became a powerful symbol of cultural memory, survival, and the...

These fun Louisiana legends will make you wonder what really lurks in the bayous! Get ready to discover Louisiana Folklore.

For generations, people around Britain have passed down stories of mythical black dogs that haunt their communities. Steeped in history, religion and superstition – sightings of the dog can be a sign that something dangerous is going to happen. In our mod...

Step into a world of magic, mystery, and ancient legend with Tales from English Folklore, the enchanting new series from English Heritage. Each episode brings to life the myths and stories that have shaped England’s history and culture for centuries — fro...

Across Africa, folklore is rich with stories of strange and terrifying creatures that have haunted the imagination for centuries. These monsters—ranging from shape-shifters and vengeful spirits to massive beasts lurking in the wild—are deeply woven into t...

The story of The Woman in the Vinegar Bottle is a traditional English folk tale with themes of gratitude and contentment.

An elderly couple, living peacefully in the mountains, faced constant vandalism from a mischievous badger that destroyed their crops.

How does Irish mythical celtic folklore connect to the various histories and lores of ancient Morocco, Algeria, Egypt, Tunisia, Lebanon and Mauritania? Could there be any archeological and genetic DNA evidence connecting Ireland's stories of ancient giant...

João Pestana is a mythical Portuguese figure, the personification of sleep. It is said that he spreads his magical dust that leads children into the world of dreams.

The legend of the Rusalka, originating from Slavic folklore, tells of female water spirits. They are said to be the souls of young women who died tragically, such as by drowning. Residing in rivers or lakes, the Rusalka lures men with her beauty and song,...

Zora Neale Hurston was an American author, anthropologist, and filmmaker. She portrayed racial struggles in the early-20th-century American South and published research on hoodoo. The most popular of her four novels is "Their Eyes Were Watching God," publ...

Perhaps no other figure in Western folklore and superstition has garnered as much fear and paranoia as the witch.

A banshee is a female spirit in folklore who heralds the death of a family member, usually by screaming, wailing, shrieking, or keening.