Fabulous Folklore with Icy
Episodes
The Dragonfly in Folklore: Good Luck Symbol & Weigher of Souls
11 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The dragonfly is at once a symbol of prosperity and good luck in Asia, and also an evil omen in Europe. In this episode, learn more of the regional di...
Why Are Bees Considered Such Good Luck In Folklore?
04 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Bees hold an important place in folklore, representing a range of positive associations. But why are they considered symbols of good luck? Find out in...
Butterflies in Folklore: Love, Death and the Soul
27 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Butterflies aren't just a harbinger of summer. They also bring romance - and death. In this episode, learn more about their symbolism and superstition...
Brân the Blessed: The Talking Head to Protect Britain
20 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Brân the Blessed was believed to have gifted his head to protect Britain from invasion. Some believe it still lies beneath the Tower of London. We're...
Drake's Drum: A Hero Slumbers Awaiting His Call
12 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Tudor hero Sir Francis Drake left his drum behind, to be beat in times of national peril. Has anyone beaten Drake's Drum since his death in 1596? Lets...
Can King Arthur be found sleeping under Sewingshields Castle?
05 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
King Arthur continues to hold a fascination for folklorists and the public alike. After all, the deeds of Arthur and his knights are now legendary. Th...
What Is The King In The Mountain Folklore Trope?
30 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The King in the Mountain trope appears in both folklore and popular culture. But what is it and why does it crop up in so many legends? Find out in th...
Why are these 3 plants essential in a witch's toolkit?
23 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Toxic plants have interesting folklore, but find out why henbane, wolfsbane and mandrake are an essential part of any witch's toolkit! Find the image...
Candles and Folklore: Finding Spirits, Bringing Luck and Casting Spells
16 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Candles might be used for everything from home decor to aromatherapy, but how can you use them to get wishes and protect your home? Read the blog pos...
What are witch bottles and how do you make one?
09 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Witch bottles have been used since the 1600s to protect homes and individuals from evil spells. Are they relevant in 2019, or are they just a folk tal...
What Is The Witching Hour And Does It Exist?
03 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Popular culture puts the witching hour in the dead of night - and it's a time for all sorts of shenanigans. But what is it - and does it really exist?...
Spring Has Sprung: Origin Myths And Crocus Folklore
24 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The humble crocus pops up every spring. But where does mythology say it came from? Find out more about its origins and folklore in this week's episode...
Violets Are Blue: The Folklore Of February’s Birth Flower
17 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Violets are February's birth flower. But what other folklore and legends surround this shy little flower? Find out in this week's episode. See the im...
Say It With Roses: Folklore Of The Queen Of All Flowers
10 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Roses are popular symbols of love and romance. But did you know they were once unpopular with the Church? Learn more about roses folklore in this epis...
February favourites: Do snowdrops appear in folklore?
02 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Snowdrops are the first flowers to bloom in spring. In this episode, we'll learn more about the folklore and legends around these beautiful alpine blo...
Take a walk along the old Corpse Roads
27 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Corpse roads meander through the British countryside, a forgotten relic of the rural communities we once had. But what folklore has grown up around th...
Can You Stop Faeries Swapping Your Kids for Changelings?
22 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In folklore, changelings are beings left to replace stolen children. Are they sad victims of faery politics, or cunning creatures intent on an easy li...
Did the Hand of Glory really work or is it a myth?
12 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The Hand of Glory granted robbers the power to enter a house undetected while its inhabitants slept. But was there actually any truth in the stories? ...