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Where Did The Name Halloween Come From? | History in a Nutshell Extra
Through a bizarre twist in history, the Catholic Church contributed just as much as Pagans did to the Halloween we know today! In the Catholic Church's early...
Ghosts and Legends: Longstreet Theatre
Ann C. Dreher, professor of Theater at USC, discusses Longstreet Theatre, and tells of the building's past uses as a hospital and a morgue, as well as a seminary. When people are there at night, the...
Ghosts and Legends: The Bouquet- Stede Bonnet
Stede Bonnet, the Gentleman Pirate, was executed on December 10, 1718. In the Legend of The Bouquet, we learn that on the day of his execution, after a foiled escape attempt, he was escorted to the...
South of Spooky Halloween Special
On this bonus edition of the South Carolina Lede for October 29, 2023, a special treat from Gavin Jackson and A.T. Shire! Enjoy this encore presentation of “South of Spooky,” featuring one of their...
Ghosts and Legends: Restless Spirits
From Charleston, S.C. Do you know why pirates wore gold hoop earrings? Was it a fashion statement? Or was there more to it?
Folklore From Around the World
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Fate & Fabled: The Surprising Centuries-old Origins of the Unicorn
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Monstrum: Uncovering the Enigma: Sasquatch Sightings
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Fate & Fabled: Why Are Cats Mythology’s Most Popular Creatures?
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Monstrum: Why the Dragon is Central to Chinese Culture
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Fate & Fabled: Aztec Mythology and the Origins of Humanity
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Monstrum: Is This North American Sea Serpent Real or a Hoax?
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Monstrum: Hero, Beast, or Both? The Complex Lore of the Centaur
