Ep49 High Strangeness- Scary Book of Christmas Lore with Tim Rayborn
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Exploring Terrifying Holiday Folklore with Tim Rayborn
In this episode of High Strangeness, host Tony discusses eerie Christmas folklore with special guest Tim Rayborn, a historian and writer known for his expertise in medieval studies and the bizarre. Rayborn, who has authored 'The Scary Book of Christmas Lore,' shares intriguing tales such as the frightening Krampus and the Icelandic Yule Cat. They also explore the origins of Christmas traditions, touching on pagan and Christian elements, and delve into chilling legends from various cultures, including Japan's Yuki Onna. Rayborn's insights reveal how ancient fears and folklore continue to influence modern celebrations. Special attention is given to preserving these unique cultural myths in today's world.
00:00 Welcome to High Strangeness
00:57 Introducing the Guest: Tim, the Historian and Musician
03:34 Tim's Journey and Interests
05:56 The Dark Side of Christmas Lore
07:47 Origins of Christmas and Winter Celebrations
15:18 Krampus and St. Nicholas: The Dark Duo
21:54 Krampus Celebrations Around the World
30:34 The Terrifying Yule Cat of Iceland
32:07 Origins and Legends of the Yule Cat
33:41 Cryptids and Creatures of the Night
35:19 The Boundary Between Civilization and the Wild
35:56 Modern Cryptid Sightings and Folklore
36:45 The Essence of Fear in Folktales
37:34 The Thrill of Fear and Horror
38:24 Fairies, UFOs, and Ancient Creatures
39:29 Exploring Global Cryptids and Folklore
46:22 The Mystery of Frau Perchta
50:07 Yuki Onna: The Japanese Snow Woman
54:35 Concluding Thoughts and Future Projects
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