In the heart of Appalachia, Christmas is a blend of familiar holiday traditions and unique folk beliefs that have been passed down through generations. Join us as we tell about “Old Christmas,” along with the fascinating folklore that surrounds this special time of year.
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Sweet dreams of Christmas, y’all…
Christmas is coming, and with it is a tale that tells the darker side of the holiday season. In this episode of MountainLore, we explore the folklore of Krampus, the half-goat, half-demon creature that punishes naughty children, a tradition brought to Appalachia by German settlers.
Join us on our YouTube channel as we uncover how this sinister figure has been both celebrated and banned throughout history, and how it has found a place in the dark hollows of Appalachia.
Sweet dreams, podcast listeners, and Merry Christmas, y’all…
Christmas is upon us, so we thought we’d share not a tale this week, but a story about how Christmas was celebrated in Appalachia over the years, along with some holiday folklore.
We hope you enjoy!
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Merry Christmas, one and all!
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Did you know that Christmas has a dark side? It does, at least in some parts of not just Appalachia but around the world, in the form of a shaggy, horned man-goat named Krampus!
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Merry Christmas…and, uh, sweet Christmas dreams, y’all!
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