Snark & Spirits

Your Cosmic Doula

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🌲 Step into the woods, where forgotten folklore, haunted history, and cryptid chaos wait by the firelight. Snark & Spirits is part eerie academia, part campfire mischief — tales told with wit, wonder, and just enough skepticism to keep you checking over your shoulder. Hosted by Red, your sassy research goblin and forest-dwelling storyteller, ready to drag ghosts, cryptids, and dusty legends out of the shadows (with a wink).

1d ago

It Stood Up: Dogman Encounters

Six people. Six ordinary nights. Each one saw an animal that made sense for about three seconds. A night watchman in 1936 Wisconsin walks toward something digging at a burial mound. A woman on a farm hears a screen door rattle. A roadkill contractor feels his truck move while he's sitting in it. A fisherman in Ohio turns on his headlamp for reasons he can't explain. Four people in a New Mexico trailer follow their frightened dogs down a wall until a face appears at the window. And a woman in Hartland finally sees the thing her teenager has been telling her about for a month. No portals. No government breeding programs. Just the moment before anybody knew what they were looking at. I'm Red, Your Paranormal Auntie. Turn down the lights.
Jul 31

The Zaragoza Goblin

In 1934, a voice began speaking from inside a kitchen stove in Zaragoza, Spain. It knew names, answered questions, taunted investigators, and left behind one of Europe’s strangest paranormal mysteries. Was it a prank, a poltergeist, or something far less polite? #SnarkAndSpirits #ZaragozaGoblin #ParanormalPodcast #DarkFolklore #YourCosmicDoula
Jan 20

The Wendigo: A Tale of Winter and Famine

In this episode of Forgotten Folk Horrors, Christin delves into the chilling lore of the Wendigo, a creature rooted in the folklore of Algonquin-speaking nations. The narrative begins with a vivid depiction of the harsh winter landscape, setting the stage for the themes of hunger, desperation, and the moral dilemmas faced by those living in such extreme conditions. She explores how the Wendigo embodies the darker aspects of human nature, particularly the fear of succumbing to selfishness and cannibalism when survival is at stake. The Wendigo is not merely a monster lurking in the woods; it represents the potential for humans to become something monstrous when they prioritize their own needs over the community's well-being. As the episode progresses, she emphasizes the importance of understanding the Wendigo within its cultural context, highlighting its role as a cautionary tale that warns against the dangers of isolation and greed. She recounts historical instances, such as the tragic story of Swift Runner, to illustrate how the Wendigo transcends mere folklore, becoming a lens through which to examine real human behavior and societal breakdown. Ultimately, the Wendigo serves as a reminder of the thin line between humanity and monstrosity, urging listeners to reflect on their own choices and the impact they have on their communities. Keywords Wendigo, folklore, Algonquin, hunger, survival, cannibalism, community, winter, horror stories, cultural context
09/30/2025

Halloween Isn’t What You Think

Halloween Isn’t What You Think — Kickoff Special Spooky season is here, Boo Crew! 🎃 In this special kickoff episode of Snark & Spirits, we’re busting the biggest myths about Halloween and its roots. Is it Satan’s holiday? Nope. Do costumes invite demons? Not even close. Was trick-or-treating born from child sacrifice? Please. Together we’ll wander through the real history of Samhain, All Hallows’ Eve, and jack-o’-lantern lore, while tackling the fearmongering that’s haunted this holiday for decades. Along the way, we’ll peek at global traditions of honoring the dead, roast a few urban legends, and remind ourselves that Halloween isn’t about evil—it’s about memory, mischief, and maybe too much candy. ✨ Light your lantern, pour something cozy, and step into the season with me.
08/27/2025

Urban Legends That Come Alive in the Fall

🍂 As the air shifts and the nights stretch longer, some stories don’t just linger — they stir. From the Vanishing Hitchhiker on foggy backroads to Bloody Mary waiting in the school bathroom mirror, urban legends have a habit of waking up just as summer slips into fall. In this cozy-creepy kickoff to spooky season, we dig into the classics: The Hook Man, the Clown in the Cornfield, and the countless Ladies in White drifting through cemeteries and bridges. We’ll explore where these stories come from, why sightings spike in autumn, and how modern tech — from dashcams to TikTok — keeps the legends alive. And because survival is half the fun, stick around for your Fall Urban Legend Survival Guide — snarky tips, real-world safety reminders, and a few rules you’ll be glad you learned before heading into the woods. ✨ Have your own urban legend encounter? Send it in — it might just make it into a future episode. 🔮 Next week: We’re going headless — chasing the Dullahan and other autumn horrors that have a bone to pick with the living.
04/28/2025

The House That Watched: Why Some Places Feel Haunted (Even Without Ghosts)

👻 Ever walk past a place and feel your skin crawl — even when nothing "bad" ever happened there? You're not imagining it. In this very first episode of Snark & Spirits, I'm telling you the true story of a house from my hometown that didn’t need a ghost to be terrifying... just bad energy soaked deep into the bones of the land. We’ll talk about how spaces hold memory, why your instincts matter more than your logic in creepy situations, and how to protect yourself when your body says "nope" before your brain even catches up. Plus — you know me — there’s a little sass, a lot of wisdom, and a few survival tips you won’t want to miss. 🌿 Trust your gut. Protect your energy. Leave a light on... just in case. 🎙️ New episodes drop every week. Hit subscribe and join the weirdest, wisest corner of the podcast world.

6 Episodes

🌲 Step into the woods, where forgotten folklore, haunted history, and cryptid chaos wait by the firelight. Snark & Spirits is part eerie academia, part campfire mischief — tales told with wit, wonder, and just enough skepticism to keep you checking over your shoulder. Hosted by Red, your sassy research goblin and forest-dwelling storyteller, ready to drag ghosts, cryptids, and dusty legends out of the shadows (with a wink).

Creator

Your Cosmic Doula
Years Active

2026
Episodes

6
Rating

Explicit
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