Beauty Unlocked the podcast

Carissa Vikis
Beauty Unlocked the podcast

Buckle up and get ready as I delve into a variety of topics regarding physical beauty. We'll take a look at our society's obsession with physical beauty and the consequences these impossible beauty standards have had on us. Let's face it; this fascination regarding physical beauty and body image isn't a recent phenomenon; it has been around for centuries, crossing borders, and has affected men and women alike. The realization of this podcast has come about by my own experiences having to deal with society's perverse notion of physical "perfection" and researching an array of topics that have intrigued me over the years.

  1. Yule Be Sorry: Iceland’s Darkest Holiday Creatures

    12/29/2024 · BONUS

    Yule Be Sorry: Iceland’s Darkest Holiday Creatures

    Welcome, my ghoulish fiends! Join me as we journey into the chilling depths of Icelandic folklore in the final installment of our Frightful Cryptmas series. From Grýla, the child-snatching ogress, to her mischievous Yule Lads and their terrifying feline companion, the Yule Cat, we’ll uncover the dark legends that haunt the Christmas season. Forget the merry cheer—this is where the shadows of winter come alive. Cozy up, but don’t get too comfortable—this episode might leave you second-guessing every creak in the floorboards and shadow on the wall. As the year draws to a close, I wish you not just a Happy New Year, but a haunting one. May your resolutions keep you safe from the shadows... and may you never hear the Yule Cat’s growl in the night! *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Music & Sound Effects: AudioHero.com Epidemic Sound Find the perfect track on Epidemic Sound for your content and take it to the next level! See what the hype is all about!👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 epidemicsound.com Tracks Used: "Carol of the Bells" "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies"

    16 min
  2. Move Over Krampus, Belsnickel Is Here!

    12/23/2024 · BONUS

    Move Over Krampus, Belsnickel Is Here!

    This holiday season, beware of who comes knocking at your door! In this Frightful Cryptmas episode, we uncover the chilling legend of Belsnickel—a mysterious figure who judges the behavior of children with a sinister flair. Armed with a sack full of treats for the good and switches for the wicked, this menacing visitor blurs the line between festive cheer and fear. Will you pass his test, or feel the sting of his wrath? Tune in for a spine-tingling tale that will make you think twice about being greedy. *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Music & Sound Effects: AudioHero.com Tracks Used: "Carol of the Bells" "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies" Epidemic Sound Find the perfect track on Epidemic Sound for your content and take it to the next level! See what the hype is all about!👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 epidemicsound.com

    6 min
  3. Beware Frau Perchta’s Wrath!

    12/16/2024 · BONUS

    Beware Frau Perchta’s Wrath!

    Welcome, my creepy ghouls! In this episode, we step into the shadowy realm of Frau Perchta, the mysterious and fearsome figure of Alpine folklore. Revered as a goddess yet feared as a punisher, she emerges during the year’s darkest nights to judge all who cross her path. Known for her dual nature, she rewards the diligent with blessings but unleashes terrifying punishments on the lazy and unkempt. Join me as I unravel the sinister origins and chilling legacy of this vengeful winter spirit. And remember... Frau Perchta is always watching! Listener Discretion is Strongly Advised *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Music & Sound Effects: AudioHero.com Tracks Used: "Carol of the Bells" Epidemic Sound Find the perfect track on Epidemic Sound for your content and take it to the next level! See what the hype is all about!👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 epidemicsound.com Tracks Used: Jay Varton- "Banshee"

    8 min
  4. The Gruesome Tale of Père Fouettard

    12/09/2024 · BONUS

    The Gruesome Tale of Père Fouettard

    Welcome, my creepy fiends! In this chilling episode, we delve into the dark legend of Père Fouettard, the sinister companion of Saint Nicholas. Known as "Father Whipper," this terrifying figure punishes misbehaving children with his whip. But who is this eerie character, and how did he become entwined with Christmas traditions? Join us as we uncover the gruesome origins of Père Fouettard, from his grisly past to his role in modern Yuletide folklore. Prepare for a spine-tingling journey into one of the darkest tales of the holiday season! Listener Discretion is Strongly Advised *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Music & Sound Effects: AudioHero.com Tracks Used: "Carol of the Bells" "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies" Epidemic Sound Find the perfect track on Epidemic Sound for your content and take it to the next level! See what the hype is all about!👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 epidemicsound.com Tracks Used: Edward Karl Hanson- "Manic & Me"

    7 min
  5. The Sinister Legend of Krampus

    12/02/2024 · BONUS

    The Sinister Legend of Krampus

    Welcome, my ghouls! To kickstart our first Cryptmas episode, we dive into the dark folklore of Krampus, the sinister Christmas demon who punishes the naughty during the festive season. From his chilling Alpine origins to his ominous partnership with Saint Nicholas, Krampus isn’t your typical holiday figure. Armed with chains, birch branches, and a hunger for misbehaving children, his legend is both terrifying and fascinating. Join me as I unwrap the gruesome history and cultural revival of this infamous figure, proving that Christmas has a dark side too. Listener Discretion is Strongly Advised *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Music & Sound Effects: AudioHero.com Tracks Used: "Carol of the Bells" "Dance of the Sugarplum Fairies" Epidemic Sound Find the perfect track on Epidemic Sound for your content and take it to the next level! See what the hype is all about!👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 epidemicsound.com Tracks Used: Jay Varton- "Banshee"

    10 min
  6. Frightful Cryptmas: Folklore's Darkest Yuletide Figures

    11/27/2024

    Frightful Cryptmas: Folklore's Darkest Yuletide Figures

    Welcome, my holiday fiends! Christmas isn't all twinkling lights and festive cheer- there's a darker side, steeped in chilling folklore and fearsome legends. From cannibalistic ogres to child-snatching beasts, Europe's ancient winter traditions are filled with terrifying creatures that haunt the shadows of the season. In this five-part Cryptmas series, we'll uncover the sinister origins of these holiday horrors and explore their enduring legacy. Are you ready to face the frightening figures that stalk the longest nights of the year? This Cryptmas, don't just deck the halls-step into the darkness behind them... Mark your calendars- if you dare- for the 3rd of December. This is the holiday journey you won't forget! Listener Discretion is Advised *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Music & Sound Effects: AudioHero.com Epidemic Sound Find the perfect track on Epidemic Sound for your content and take it to the next level! See what the hype is all about!👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 epidemicsound.com

    2 min
  7. Exploring Edinburgh's Most Haunted Locations

    10/30/2024 · BONUS

    Exploring Edinburgh's Most Haunted Locations

    Good evening, my ghoulish fiends! For tonight's last episode in our "Echoes of the Damned" October series, I regale you with not just one haunting tale, but four. Prepare yourselves, as we delve into the terrifying underbelly of Edinburgh, where shadows whisper, and spirits roam freely. From sinister vaults beneath South Bridge to a house cursed by dark sorcery, these are the stories that time itself dares not forget. Are you ready to uncover the horror that lies in Edinburgh's most haunted corners? Listener Discretion is Advised *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Music & Sound Effects: Epidemic Sound Find the perfect track on Epidemic Sound for your content and take it to the next level! See what the hype is all about!👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 epidemicsound.com Main Tracks Used: Rruiqi Zhao- "Ancient Spell" Jay Varton- "First Second" Edward Karl Hanson- "Manic & Me" Jay Varton-"Eye for Detail"

    30 min
  8. Sweden's Haunted Secrets: The Haunting of Borgvattnet Vicarage

    10/28/2024 · BONUS

    Sweden's Haunted Secrets: The Haunting of Borgvattnet Vicarage

    Welcome, my ghouls! In a remote Swedish village lies a vicarage with a history of eerie, unexplainable events. From shadowy figures to the unsettling sound of furniture moving on its own, the walls of Borgvattnet Vicarage are said to harbor more than just memories of the past. Over the decades, countless witnesses have encountered its restless spirits, and one daring priest even tried to banish the hauntings for good. But no one has been able to silence the vicarage’s ghostly residents. Will you dare to enter and face the horrors that await? Listener Discretion is Advised *************** Leave Us a 5* Rating, it helps the show! Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beauty-unlocked-the-podcast/id1522636282 Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/37MLxC8eRob1D0ZcgcCorA **************** Follow Us on Social Media & Subscribe to our YouTube Channel! Instagram: instagram.com/beauty_unlockeds_podcast_hour TikTok: tiktok.com/@beautyunlockedthepod YouTube: @beautyunlockedspodcasthour **************** Music & Sound Effects: Epidemic Sound Find the perfect track on Epidemic Sound for your content and take it to the next level! See what the hype is all about!👇🏽👇🏽👇🏽 epidemicsound.com Main Track Used: Jay Varton "Eye for Detail" Ethan Sloan "Ghost Dungeon"

    9 min
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Buckle up and get ready as I delve into a variety of topics regarding physical beauty. We'll take a look at our society's obsession with physical beauty and the consequences these impossible beauty standards have had on us. Let's face it; this fascination regarding physical beauty and body image isn't a recent phenomenon; it has been around for centuries, crossing borders, and has affected men and women alike. The realization of this podcast has come about by my own experiences having to deal with society's perverse notion of physical "perfection" and researching an array of topics that have intrigued me over the years.

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  • Creator
    Carissa Vikis
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    200
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Carissa Vikis
  • Show Website
    Beauty Unlocked the podcast

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