Ladies Who Lore

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36 - Ladies Who Avoid the Open Ocean: The Lore of The Flying Dutchman Jul 30, 2025

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In this week’s episode, Lindsay flies us over the Atlantic to unravel the legend of everyone’s favorite ghostly pirate ship: The Flying Dutchman. As the Joseph Händler flows, the ladies explore the rules of the high seas, discuss unexpected childhood celeb crushes, and uncover potential real life air benders. So pour yourself a glass of your favorite sweet Riesling and steady your nautical legs, Ladies Who Avoid the Open Ocean will leave you thankful to be on land.

TW: Death

Sources Include:

“The Flying Dutchman.” Visiting the Dutch Countryside,

“Flying Dutchman.” SpongeBob Wiki, Fandom,

Gross, Terry. “The Story of the Flying Dutchman.” NPR, 6 Oct. 2011,

“History of the Flying Dutchman.” VentureSail Holidays,

“Here Be Monsters: Sailor Stories & Nautical Folklore.” Blackthorn & Stone, 21 May 2020,

“The Flying Dutchman – Explained.” and "Why Have So Many People Seen Ghost Ships?" YouTube, uploaded by Wendigoon and Kaz Rowe

“Fata Morgana; The Flying Dutchman; Ghost Ships; Caleuche; Fireship of Baie des Chaleurs.” Wikipedia,

“The Flying Dutchman (ATU 777).” Folklore and Mythology Electronic Texts, University of Pittsburgh,

Special Thanks to the Pirates of the Caribbean Franchise

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A Closer Look: The Mermaid Riot of 1867 Jul 23, 2025

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You've unlocked another A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Lindsay takes listeners to coastal Carolina to uncover the truth behind one of history's closest mermaid encounters. Got your own mermaid lore? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories.

Sources:

“The Tale of Charleston’s 1867 Mermaid Riot” by Katie Smith on CHS today (June 16, 2023)

“Mermaid Histories and Power” from African-Atlantic Cultures and the South Carolina Lowcountry by Ras Michael Brown, published by Cambridge University Press (October 5, 2012)

“The Feejee Mermaid: Early Barnum Hoax” by Jessie Szalay on Live Science (September 8, 2016)

“The Tale of Charleston’s 1867 Mermaid Riot” by staff at Kiawah River

“Two Little-Known Charleston Legends That Time Has Nearly Forgotten” by Dustin Waters (October 28, 2015)

"Dr. Trott's Apothecary and The Mermaid Riot" by staff for Charleston (January 29th, 2025)

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35 - Ladies Who Promise Not to Curse You: The Lore of Mummy Curses Jul 16, 2025

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In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us on an archeological expedition through one of history’s juiciest legends: The Mummy’s Curse. As the Thievery is poured, the ladies celebrate their wins, debate the British Museum, and fan girl over the one and only Dr. Kathleen Martinez. So grab the nearest red blend and prepare your tomb for the Afterlife, Ladies Who Promise Not to Curse You will have you believing in curses in no time.

Death, suicide, brief mention of sexual assault

Sources:

“The Tomb of Tutankhamen” by Howard Carter

“Egyptian Mummies” by staff at the Smithsonian

“What is the ancient Egyptian ‘mummy’s curse’?” by Owen Jarus on LiveScience

“The Real Life Mummy’s Curse: Ancient Remains Could Infect Humans” by Diana Bocco at Ripley’s

“Ancient Egyptian tomb warnings, curses, and ghosts” by Dr. Dan Potter, at National Museum Scotland

“The mummy’s curse might be real - but it’s caused by a fungus” by Rose Pomeroy on Big Think

“The Curse of Pharaoh Tutankhamun” by Google Arts & Culture, online exhibit

“The Curse of Cleopatra’s Needle” by Miss_Jessel on Haunted Palace Blog

“Cleopatra’s Curse Fact and Fiction” by the Academia Universal de Liderazgo y Aprendizaje

Cleopatra’s Tomb series on TikTok by Dr. Harini Bhat, PharmD

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34 - Ladies Who Talk to the Crows: The Lore of The Morrigan Jul 09, 2025

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In this week’s episode, Sammy flies us to the battlefield with the harrowing and mystical tale of one of Ireland's fiercest goddesses: The Morrigan. As the Valravn is poured, the ladies pitch ACOTAR theories, discover their telepathy powers, and determine that once you’re a horse girl, you’re always a horse girl. So grab the nearest pinot noir and find your favorite crow, Ladies Who Talk to the Crows will have you cheering on the battlefield in no time!

TW: Death

Sources Include:

Valkyrie by staff at Encyclopaedia Britannica

The Morrigan: The Story of the Fiercest Goddess in Irish Mhyth by Keith O’Hara on The Irish Road Trip

The Morrigan by staff at The Irish Pagan School

The Morrigan by anon at The Order of the Crows

Morrigan by Anne Williams on Mythopedia

Meet The Morrígan, The Fearsome Goddess of Death And War In Irish Folklore by Erin Kelly on All That’s Interesting

The Morrígan by staff at Mythic Ireland

The Morrighan and Valkyrie Connection by Maranda Wabik on White Rose of Avalon

The Mórrígan Speaks - Her Three Poems - Story Archaeology by Isolde ÓBrolcháin Carmody at Story Archeaology

The Morrigan, Celtic Goddess of War - WHEN THE GODDESS CALLED MY NAME by Mickayla Beckett on Angelfire.com

How Banshees Relate to Triple Goddesses - The Irish in Cincinnati by Mickayla Beckett on libapps.libraries.uc.edu .com

How Has the Morrigan’s Role Changed in Modern Times? By Lora O'Brien on Morrigan.Academy

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A Closer Look: Mythology in Art with ArtMuse Jul 02, 2025

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On this special A Closer Look episode, the ladies are joined by Grace Anna from the podcast ArtMuse as she walks us through the life and influence of Simonetta Vespucci: the inspiration for Botticelli's The Birth of Venus. Sip your favorite wine and laugh along with the ladies as they learn from Grace Anna!

ArtMuse can be found on all listening platforms as well as www.artmusepodcast.com.

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33 - Ladies Who Have Big Snake Energy: The Lore of Dragons Jun 25, 2025

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In this week’s episode, Lindsay takes us on a ride through everyone’s favorite fiery lore: dragons. As the Mythic Vineyard is sipped, the ladies re-enact Dreamwork’s masterpiece "Shrek", discover what tornadoes really are, and show off their academic knowledge of Dragon Tales. Grab the nearest Chardonnay and pick your dragon’s color, Ladies Who Have Big Snake Energy will have you soaring through the skies in no time.

Sources:

Christou, Marios. The Strange Origins of Dragons. Mythology and Fiction Explained, YouTube

Burbery, Timothy J. “Why Do So Many Cultures Have Dragon Legends?” TED-Ed

McNeil, Donald G. Jr. “Dragons, a Brief History Long in Miles.” The New York Times

Milligan, Mark. “The Origins of Dragon Mythology.” Heritage Daily

Future Planet Team. “Wise, Lucky, Terrifying: The Surprising 4,000-Year History of Dragons.” BBC

The Oldest Dragon in the World, Dragons and Mythical Beasts Live. Stage Production

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A Closer Look: The Nuckelavee Jun 18, 2025

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You've unlocked another A Closer Look episode, where we bring you a shorter episode that relates to something we've already touched on. In this week's episode, Sammy takes a closer look into the horrifying creature straight out of your nightmares: The Nuckelavee. Have you encountered one? Email us at ladieswholorepod@gmail.com with your stories.

Sources:

Myths, Legends, and Faith: Nuckelavee by lewistwiby on wordpress.com

Nuckelavee - Folklore Scottland by staff at folklorescotland.com

Scottish Folklore: The Battle of the Sea Mither and Teran by ztevetevans on wordpress.com

Scottish Fairy and Folk Tales by George Douglas from Sacred Texts Archive

Sanday’s kelp forests, orkney north isles virtual dive by anonymous on virtualdive

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32 - Ladies Who Wear Tinfoil Hats: The Lore of Denver International Airport Jun 11, 2025

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In this week’s episode, Jessie takes us on a wild ride through one of the most conspiracy-riddled places: The Denver International Airport. As the 14 Hands is passed, the ladies don their tin foil hats, track Santa on government radars and accuse Lindsay of being a lizard person. The ladies also open their very first ever listener gift! So check in to your gate early and grab some Cabernet Sauvignon at the bar, Ladies Who Wear Tinfoil Hats will have you giggling during takeoff in no time.

Sources:

“Literally just 113 facts about DIA” by Erin Powell and Allison Sylte on 9News

“5 Wild Conspiracy Theories About Denver International Airport” by Andrea Romano on Travel + Leisure

“A local’s Guide to DIA Conspiracy Theories” by Chris Root on Denver Public Library Special Collections and Archives

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31 - Ladies Who Question Gorgonzola: The Lore of Medusa Jun 04, 2025

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In this week’s episode, Sammy provides a different perspective on a monster we thought we knew: Medusa. As the Hermes Retsina splashes, the ladies plan Ovid Girl Summer, shake on too much espresso, and Jessie shares the ghost she saw at the Whaley House! Tie back the snakes in your hair and grab the nearest perfectly chilled Retsina, Ladies Who Question Gorgonzola will have you feeling delightfully rebellious in no time.

TW: Sexual Assault

Sources:

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30 - Ladies Who Are Haunted: Special Ghost Episode! May 28, 2025

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In this week’s episode, the ladies celebrate their 30th episode by recording from their friend’s haunted garage! In this much anticipated event, the ladies brave the dust-covered, haunted halls of the garage to spook each other with ghost stories in the dark. As the ladies hear mysterious footsteps, spot demonic substances, and gasp at a mirror with fresh finger prints, Ladies Who Are Haunted will have you believing in the paranormal in no time.

Thank you for listening for 30 episodes! Huzzah!

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